Pico De Gallo
Pico De Gallo is a fresh and vibrant salsa that’s filled with the perfect balance of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice. It’s not heavy or overly spicy either.
I think it’s an ideal accompaniment for any Mexican dish, and if you’re not a fan of cilantro, feel free to omit it. It will still be undeniably delicious! If you’re looking for a light and zesty addition to your meals, you’ve come to the right place. When you combine ripe tomatoes, crisp onions, and a hint of lime, you get the perfect salsa. The addition of jalapeños just sends it over the top. I’ve really been in the mood for fresh flavors and this delightful Pico De Gallo reminds me of summer and gatherings. Not a fan of cilantro? Don’t worry, it’s still delicious without it.
Kitchen Equipment Needed
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon for mixing
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 jalapeño peppers, finely chopped (seeds and membranes removed for less heat)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- On a cutting board, dice the tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and jalapeño peppers. Be sure to remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños if you prefer less heat.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeños, and minced garlic. Add the chopped fresh cilantro.
- Season and Mix:
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste. Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Chill and Serve:
- Let the Pico De Gallo sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
15 minutes
Nutrition (per serving, based on 6 servings):
- Calories: 20
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 4g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 1g
Enjoy this fresh and vibrant Pico De Gallo as a perfect addition to your meals!
Pico De Gallo
Equipment
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Mixing bowl
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Spoon for mixing
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes diced
- 1 small red onion finely chopped
- 1-2 jalapeño peppers finely chopped (seeds and membranes removed for less heat)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- On a cutting board, dice the tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and jalapeño peppers. Be sure to remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños if you prefer less heat.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeños, and minced garlic. Add the chopped fresh cilantro.
- Season and Mix:
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture. Add salt and pepper to taste. Gently mix all the ingredients together until well combined.
- Chill and Serve:
- Let the Pico De Gallo sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time:
- 15 minutes
- Total Time:
- 15 minutes
- Nutrition (per serving, based on 6 servings):
- Calories: 20
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 10mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 4g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Enjoy this fresh and vibrant Pico De Gallo as a perfect addition to your meals!
