Description
This Easy Pico de Gallo Salsa recipe is a fresh and vibrant appetizer that is quick to prepare and bursting with Mexican flavors. Perfect for dipping with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 medium white onion, finely chopped
- 1–2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
- Add the lime juice and salt, then stir to mix everything well.
- If using garlic, stir it in at this point.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lime juice if needed.
- Let the salsa sit for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve fresh with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos, grilled meats, or salads.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, use only one jalapeño or substitute with a milder pepper.
- To reduce liquid, remove tomato seeds before dicing.
- This salsa is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
