Pico de Gallo
User Reviews
4.8
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
19 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Pico de Gallo
Description
Pico de Gallo features ripe Roma tomatoes diced finely for a slightly firm texture. White onion adds pungency, balanced by the citrus of lime juice and the herbaceous freshness of cilantro. Jalapeño provides gentle heat, with seeds and veins removed to control spiciness. Minced garlic contributes subtle depth, while kosher salt enhances all flavors.
All ingredients are tossed together and can be served immediately for a crisp, vibrant salsa. Allowing pico de gallo to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 day helps meld the flavors and softens the onion and garlic's bite. It is ideal as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip.
While red, yellow, or other tomatoes can be used, Roma tomatoes maintain their shape best. The heat level can be adjusted by substituting serrano peppers or omitting seeds. Salt should be added cautiously and to taste to avoid over-seasoning.
Ingredients
- 1 pound Roma tomato finely diced, ripe
- 1 medium onion finely diced, white
- 2 large jalapeno pepper seeds and veins removed, finely diced
- ⅓ cup cilantro finely chopped, tightly packed
- ¼ cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a large bowl.
- Toss together, taste, and add more salt if needed.
- Enjoy immediately or refrigerate and serve when ready to eat.
Notes
- Roma tomatoes are preferred for their firm texture but other ripe red tomatoes can be used.
- Adjust the heat by swapping jalapeño with serrano peppers or removing seeds to reduce spice.
- White onion is traditional; red or yellow onions are acceptable substitutes if needed.
- Let pico de gallo marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes to 1 day to blend flavors and mellow onion and garlic.
- Add salt gradually to enhance flavor without over-salting.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 19 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 19kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sodium | 222mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 177mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 559IU | 11% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 12mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.8
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