Description
This vibrant and refreshing Pico De Gallo recipe combines fresh tomatoes, white onion, cilantro, jalapeño pepper, lime juice, salt, and a splash of apple cider vinegar (natural) for a zesty topping that brightens any meal. Quick and easy to prepare with no cooking required, this salsa offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a versatile addition to tacos, snacks, salads, and more.
Ingredients
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Essential Ingredients
- 2 cups firm, fresh ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 cup white onion, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar (natural)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Dice the tomatoes, white onion, and jalapeño pepper into small, consistent pieces. Finely chop the fresh cilantro to release its aroma.
- Combine ingredients: In a mixing bowl, gently toss together the diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeño, and cilantro to evenly distribute the ingredients for balanced flavor.
- Add fresh zest: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, add a small splash of apple cider vinegar (natural), and sprinkle salt to taste. Stir lightly to coat all ingredients without crushing them.
- Rest for flavor: Let the Pico De Gallo sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld while maintaining freshness.
Notes
- Use fresh, high-quality tomatoes and herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust the heat by removing seeds from the jalapeño for milder spice or keeping them for more heat.
- Keep the salsa chunky by avoiding over-dicing to preserve texture and vibrancy.
- Allow the mixture to rest before serving to enhance the flavor blend.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature for optimal taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 10
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pico De Gallo, fresh salsa, Mexican salsa, healthy salsa, easy salsa, vegetarian salsa