Authentic Pico de Gallo
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Authentic Pico de Gallo
Description
This Authentic Pico de Gallo recipe features diced Roma tomatoes mixed with chopped white onion, finely minced jalapeno pepper for a mild heat, and freshly chopped cilantro. Lime juice is added to brighten the flavors, while salt and black pepper season the salsa to taste. The ingredients are combined in a bowl and can be served right away for a fresh crunch or refrigerated overnight to allow the flavors to develop and blend.
The resulting salsa is crisp and refreshing with the acidity of lime juice balancing the sweetness of the tomatoes, a mild heat from the jalapeno, and the distinctive herbal notes of cilantro. This salsa works well as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or with chips.
For storage, leftovers should be transferred to an airtight container and kept refrigerated for up to three days. Excess liquid can be drained before serving to maintain texture.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Roma tomato 3-4 medium), or garden tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 white onion 1 cup chopped), or yellow onion or red onion, medium
- 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and finely minced (optional)
- 1/2 cup cilantro chopped
- 2 Tbsp lime juice from 1 lime
- 1/2 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeno pepper and chopped cilantro.
- Stir in 2 Tbsp lime juice and lightly season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, or season to taste. Enjoy right away or cover and refrigerate overnight.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container refrigerated for up to 3 days.
- Drain any excess liquid before serving to keep the salsa from becoming watery.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6as an appetizer
Amount Per Serving
Calories 20 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 20kcal | 1% |
| Carbs | 4g | |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 199mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 199mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 745IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 10mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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