Homemade Pico de Gallo | Fresh Salsa in 10 Minutes
This Fresh Tomato Salsa is bright, zesty, and easy to make with simple ingredients, making it your go-to Pico de Gallo recipe for everything from tacos to tortilla chips.
Servings 4 servings
Calories: 35kcal
Ingredients
- 4 vine-ripened tomatoes (usually attached to vines), diced
- ½ small red onion finely diced
- 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped (optional, adjust for heat)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime zested and juiced
- 1 clove garlic finely minced (optional)
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Equipment
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Dice the tomatoes and red onion into small, even pieces. Finely chop the jalapeño (remove seeds if you want it mild), garlic (if using), and cilantro.
- Mix Together: In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño, garlic, and cilantro.
- Season: Zest the lime and add in the juice, salt, black pepper, and extra virgin olive oil. Stir gently to combine.
- Rest (Optional but Recommended): Let the salsa sit for about 10-15 minutes to let the flavors meld. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Stir before each use, as the tomatoes will release liquid over time.
Nutrition
Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.05g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 346mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1139IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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