Authentic Pico De Gallo Recipe
Are you looking for authentic Mexican flavors? Look no further, as this Pico de Gallo, the vibrant and zesty salsa, is here to add a burst of freshness to your meals. Discover why this is the ultimate recipe you need in your life!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 31kcal
Ingredients
- 4 medium Roma tomatoes 1 pound, finely chopped (remove the seeds)
- 1 medium white onion finely chopped
- 1 medium jalapeño pepper Seeds and veins removed, then finely chopped. You can also use Serrano pepper.
- 1 bunch of cilantro finely chopped
- ¾ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ cup lime juice about 1 medium lime
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes vertically in half and, if you want, scoop out the seeds. You can also gently squeeze the tomatoes to remove some excess juice. Dice them small in about ¼-inch pieces. Scoop them into a large bowl.
- Slice the pepper in half vertically and remove the seeds and the veins. Dice them, also.
- Dice onions and cilantro leaves.
- Add the diced pepper, onion, cilantro, salt, and fresh lime juice to the bowl with tomatoes. Mix to combine. Taste and add more salt or lime juice if necessary.
- Serve right away.
Notes
Note: If keeping for a few hours longer, keep it refrigerated, then drain off any excess liquid and give the salsa a final toss just before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 31kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 442mg | Potassium: 244mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 665IU | Vitamin C: 31mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 0.4mg
