Pico De Gallo

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A vibrant, fresh salsa with a perfect balance of heat and acidity
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This fresh Pico de Gallo is the ultimate crowd-pleasing salsa, offering a bright and crunchy texture that elevates any meal. Unlike smooth salsas, this chunky mixture retains the distinct character of each ingredient: juicy tomatoes, crisp onions, and aromatic cilantro. The secret lies in the quick sauté of garlic and serrano peppers, which mellows the raw bite while intensifying the heat. Drizzled with lime juice and olive oil, it brings a zesty kick that pairs beautifully with tacos, grilled meats, or simply with tortilla chips. It is an essential summer staple that requires no cooking other than a brief warm-up of the aromatics, making it ready in minutes for any casual gathering or weeknight dinner.

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Pico De Gallo

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 32.4

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This fresh Pico de Gallo is the ultimate crowd-pleasing salsa, offering a bright and crunchy texture that elevates any meal. Unlike smooth salsas, this chunky mixture retains the distinct character of each ingredient: juicy tomatoes, crisp onions, and aromatic cilantro. The secret lies in the quick saut&# 195;© of garlic and serrano peppers, which mellows the raw bite while intensifying the heat. Drizzled with lime juice and olive oil, it brings a zesty kick that pairs beautifully with tacos, grilled meats, or simply with tortilla chips. It is an essential summer staple that requires no cooking other than a brief warm-up of the aromatics, making it ready in minutes for any casual gathering or weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the diced tomatoes in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. Add the minced garlic and chopped serrano chiles to the hot oil.
  4. Cook the garlic and chiles, stirring constantly, for 3 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
  5. Pour the warm oil, garlic, and chile mixture over the tomatoes.
  6. Add the minced red onion and lime juice to the bowl.
  7. Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined.
  8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 32.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.4g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9.0mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 7.0g3%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g9%
Sugars 4.7g
Protein 1.6g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

For a milder version, remove the seeds and membranes from the serrano chiles before chopping, or substitute with jalapeños.

Pico de Gallo tastes best after sitting for a few hours, allowing the lime juice to macerate the tomatoes and onions.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Discard if it becomes slimy or develops an off odor.

Keywords: pico de gallo, salsa, mexican, tomato, onion, cilantro, lime, garlic, serrano, dip, vegan, fresh, chunky, taco, chips
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