Description
A fresh, uncooked salsa made with ripe tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and lime juice, embodying the spirit of Mexican cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt, to taste
- 1-2 jalapeño peppers, finely diced (optional for heat)
Instructions
- Dice the tomatoes into small, even pieces.
- Chop the onion finely.
- Finely chop the cilantro, ensuring there are no large stems.
- Remove seeds from the jalapeño peppers (if using) and finely dice them.
- Combine the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and jalapeños in a mixing bowl.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the mixture.
- Season with salt to taste and mix well to combine all flavors.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For the freshest flavor, enjoy the pico de gallo the same day it’s made. Adjust lime juice and salt according to your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg