Pico de Gallo (Authentic)

Name: Pico de Gallo (Authentic)
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 3 large tomatoes; 1/3 cup cilantro/coriander leaves , roughly chopped; 1/4 cup finely chopped white onion (Note 1); 1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped jalapeño or serrano chilli (adjust to taste); 1 - 2 tbsp lime juice (adjust to taste); 1/2 tsp salt (table salt) or 3/4 tsp kosher / sea salt flakes

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This authentic Pico de Gallo recipe features fresh tomatoes, cilantro, white onion, jalapeño or serrano chili, lime juice, and salt to taste. The perfect balance of flavors for a classic Mexican salsa that is easy to make and pairs perfectly with your favorite Mexican dishes or as a festive party appetizer.

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Ingredients

(Servings: 2)

3 large tomatoes

1/3 cup cilantro/coriander leaves , roughly chopped

1/4 cup finely chopped white onion (Note 1)

1 1/2 tbsp finely chopped jalapeño or serrano chilli (adjust to taste)

1 - 2 tbsp lime juice (adjust to taste)

1/2 tsp salt (table salt) or 3/4 tsp kosher / sea salt flakes

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

34kcal

1%
Fat

0g

0%
Saturated Fat

0g

0%
Carbohydrates

7g

0%
Fiber

2g

0%
Sugar

4g

0%
Protein

1g

0%
Cholesterol

0mg

0%
Sodium

297mg

14%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Notes

1. This can be substituted with brown or red onion, eschallots/French shallots, or the white part of shallots / scallions.

2. Use this recipe as a base and adjust to your taste, especially the lime juice, chilli/jalapeno and salt. Sometimes I add pepper and olive oil, especially if I serve this as a side salad which I often do.

3. What to use Pico de Gallo for (Mexican dishes):- Topping/filling for tacos, burritos, enchiladas, taquitos, quesadillas, fajitas, nachos- As a side salad for any Mexican, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern dish- Top fried eggs or stuff in a folded omelette to make a Mexican breakfast!- For corn chips as an appetiser

Pico de Gallo (Authentic)

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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