Description
Pico De Gallo Salsa is a vibrant blend of fresh ingredients that adds a burst of flavor to any meal. This simple and refreshing salsa is perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip with tortilla chips.
Ingredients
- Ripe, juicy tomatoes (preferably Roma tomatoes)
- White or red onions (preferably red onions)
- Fresh cilantro
- Jalapeño
- Freshly squeezed lime juice
- Salt (sea salt or kosher salt)
Instructions
- Wash all your vegetables thoroughly. Dice the tomatoes, onion, and jalapeño into small, even pieces for the best texture.
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños. Use about 2 cups of tomatoes for a balanced salsa.
- Chop a handful of fresh cilantro and add it to the mixture. Adjust the amount based on your preference.
- Juice one or two limes over the mixture, ensuring to catch any seeds.
- Sprinkle a pinch of salt over the salsa and stir everything together gently to combine.
- Taste the salsa and adjust any ingredients as needed. If you prefer more heat, add another jalapeño or some crushed red pepper flakes.
- For the best flavor, let your Pico De Gallo sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Always use the freshest ingredients you can find. Customize your heat level by adjusting the amount of jalapeño. You can also add diced avocado for creaminess or a pinch of cumin for an earthy twist.