Description
Authentic Pico de Gallo is a fresh, vibrant salsa made with ripe tomatoes, crisp white onion, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of jalapeño for customizable heat. Enhanced with fresh lime juice, sea salt, and extra virgin olive oil (natural), this zesty mix brings bright flavors and satisfying textures to tacos, salads, grilled meats, and snacks. Easy to prepare with natural ingredients, it’s a healthy, versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup crisp white onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely chopped (seeds removed for less heat)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Dice the tomatoes and white onion into small, uniform pieces to ensure every bite has a balanced mix of juicy and crisp textures.
- Chop the herbs and peppers: Finely chop the fresh cilantro and jalapeño pepper, removing seeds if you prefer a milder salsa. Mix these into the diced tomatoes and onions.
- Add lime juice and seasoning: Pour fresh lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle in the sea salt. The acidity brightens the flavors while the salt balances them.
- Drizzle olive oil: Gently stir in extra virgin olive oil (natural) to add silky richness and help the ingredients meld together.
- Let it rest: Allow the pico de gallo to sit for 10 to 15 minutes so the flavors can combine and intensify before serving.
Notes
- Use the freshest ingredients for the brightest flavor and best texture.
- Drain excess tomato juice if you prefer a chunkier, less watery salsa.
- Adjust salt gradually and taste as you go to avoid over-seasoning.
- Serve immediately or chilled; flavors are best fresh but refrigeration keeps it refreshing.
- Chop ingredients evenly to improve flavor blending and presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 25
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 1.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: pico de gallo, fresh salsa, Mexican salsa, healthy dip, easy salsa, fresh tomatoes, jalapeño salsa
