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Classic Pico De Gallo

Pico de Gallo or Salsa Fresca is fresh, healthy, quick and easy to make. Made with a few simple ingredients, Pico de Gallo can be used in many different ways. As a topping or served as an appetizer or snack with tortilla chip, this fresh salsa recipe makes everything taste better!

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 26 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments , Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes, deseeded and diced (about 6-8 medium tomatoes )
  • 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped (about 1/2 cup)
  • 1 jalapeno or serrano chile, halved, seeded and finely chopped
  • ½ cup coarsely chopped cilantro leaves and top part of stems
  • 2-3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
  • Kosher or sea salt, to taste about 3/4 teaspoon

Instructions

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  1. Place the tomatoes, onion, chile, cilantro, lime juice and salt in a bowl and toss well. For best results, allow it to sit for 5 - 10 minutes before serving so the flavors have time to meld and develop.

Notes

  • For best results, allow the pico de gallo to sit for 5 minutes or up to 30 minutes before serving so the flavors have time to develop.
  • Pico de Gallo can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Tomatoes should be cut into about 1/4 inch dice.
  • You can adjust the amount of each ingredient to suit your taste. 
  • Chop ingredients finely for best texture.
  • For a spicier Pico de gallo, leave the chile's veins intact. You can also add more chiles if you want.
  • For best results, allow the pico de gallo to sit for 5 minutes or up to 30 minutes before serving so the flavors have time to develop.
  • Pico de Gallo can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information

Calories 26kcal (1%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 1g (2%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 7mg (0%) Potassium 301mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 1062IU (21%) Vitamin C 21mg (23%) Calcium 15mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 26

% Daily Value*

Calories 26kcal 1%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 1g 2%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Potassium 301mg 6%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%
Vitamin A 1062IU 21%
Vitamin C 21mg 23%
Calcium 15mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.