Pico de Gallo (Salsa Fresca) Recipe
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Pico de Gallo (Salsa Fresca) Recipe
Description
Pico de Gallo, also called Salsa Fresca, features approximately 2 cups of diced plum tomatoes with seeds removed for a less watery texture. Finely chopped white onion and jalapeño contribute a sharp and spicy note, with the option to adjust the amount of jalapeño seeds included to control the heat level. Fresh chopped cilantro and the juice of half a lime add herbal brightness and acidity. Salt balances and enhances the flavors. The small dice and absence of cooking keep the salsa fresh and crisp, suitable as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip with chips. Optional addition of avocado oil drizzle can smooth the flavors further.
This recipe yields about 3 cups, adaptable for small servings or larger amounts for gatherings. The balance of tartness, spice, and herbaceous flavors make it a versatile condiment in Mexican-inspired meals or whenever a fresh salsa is desired.
Ingredients
- 6 plum tomatoes (aka Roma tomatoes)
- 1 cup white onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeño
- ¼-⅓ cup cilantro fresh, chopped
- ½ lime juiced
- ½-¾ tsp salt or season to taste
Instructions
- For this recipe you'll want about a pound or a pound and a half of plum tomatoes. Basically enough to yield approx. 2 cups diced tomatoes.
- First cut the end of the tomatoes where the stem used to be and cut each tomato in half. Scoop out the seeds and finely dice. The smaller you dice them the better!
- Peel and finely chop white onion. Remove stem and seeds from jalapeño and finely chop. For a bit of heat, you can add some of the seeds back into the pico, to taste. Sometimes I like to add a second jalapeño for a kick - so good!
- Combine with the juice of half a lime and fresh chopped cilantro. Season with salt. Adjust lime/cilantro/salt recipe to taste if desired by adding extra of your favorites.
- For an optional something extra, feel free to add a drizzle of avocado oil at the end if you have some handy.
Notes
- Yield is about 3 cups, roughly 1/2 cup per serving.
- Recipe is flexible to scale from snack size to large batch for parties.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 24 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 24kcal | 1% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 198mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 201mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 590IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 15mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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