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Fresh Pico de Gallo

Fresh Pico de Gallo

JC Phelps
My Fresh Pico de Gallo is a vibrant mix of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime — perfect for nachos or your favorite Mexican dishes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 25 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4-5 Roma tomatoes diced, roughly 2 cups
  • ⅓ c. red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ c. fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 jalapeño diced
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • Pepper to taste
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, add the diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh cilantro, diced jalapeño, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Squeeze the juice of one lime over the ingredients in the bowl.
  • Using a large spoon or salad tongs, incorporate all the ingredients, making sure they are well mixed and the lime juice is evenly distributed.
  • Taste the pico de gallo and adjust the amount of salt, pepper, or lime juice according to your preference.
  • Refrigerate the pico de gallo for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the pico de gallo with tortilla chips; enjoy!

Notes

  • For the best flavor, make sure your tomatoes are ripe and firm. Overripe tomatoes can become mushy, while underripe ones may lack sweetness.
  • If you prefer a milder pico de gallo, skip the jalapeño or use just a small amount. For extra heat, add more jalapeño or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Allowing the pico de gallo to chill for at least 30 minutes helps the flavors come together. If you have more time, letting it sit for a couple of hours will enhance the taste even more.
  • Fresh lime juice is key for the best flavor. Bottled lime juice doesn’t provide the same freshness and tang.
  • Pico de gallo can be made a day ahead of time. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge and give it a good stir before serving.
  • Don’t just use it as a dip! This pico de gallo is great on tacos, grilled meats, or even mixed into salads for added freshness and flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 25kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 0.3gSaturated Fat: 0.03gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 193mgPotassium: 263mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1578IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 23mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Fresh Pico de Gallo
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