Pico de Gallo
Pico de gallo is a vibrant, fresh salsa that brightens up any meal or gathering. Bursting with the flavors of ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, and fragrant cilantro, this easy-to-make condiment is perfect for dipping tortilla chips or topping tacos. With its colorful presentation and delightful crunch, pico de gallo is sure to impress your guests and become a staple in your kitchen. Let’s dive into this simple recipe that takes just minutes to prepare!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 4 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 small jalapeño pepper, deseeded and minced (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Dice the tomatoes and red onion into small pieces.
- Finely chop the cilantro and jalapeño, then add them to the bowl with tomatoes and onions.
- Squeeze in the lime juice and sprinkle salt over the mixture.
- Gently fold everything together until well combined.
- Let the pico de gallo sit at room temperature for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping on tacos or grilled meats.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 115mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg