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Authentic Salsa Fresca (Pico de Gallo) – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Authentic Salsa Fresca (Pico de Gallo)

Dive into the vibrant, chunky world of authentic Salsa Fresca (Pico de Gallo). This easy recipe uses just six simple, fresh ingredients for a healthy dip bursting with the bright flavors of ripe tomatoes, zesty lime, and crisp onion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 8 serving
Calories: 15
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups (340 g / 12 oz) ripe tomatoes, seeded and finely diced (about 4 medium)
  • 1/2 cup (70 g / 2.47 oz) white onion, finely chopped (about 1 small)
  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely minced
  • 1/4 cup (10 g / 0.35 oz) fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 tsp (3 g / 0.11 oz) sea salt, or more to taste
  • for Perfect Pico de Gallo
  • Use Roma tomatoes. They are meatier and have fewer seeds and less water content, which helps prevent a soggy salsa.
  • For the best flavor, let the pico de gallo sit in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the salt to draw out the juices and the flavors to meld beautifully.
  • Control the heat. For a milder pico, make sure to remove all seeds and the white membrane from the jalapeño. For more fire, leave a few seeds in or use a serrano pepper.
  • Always use fresh lime juice. The bright, zesty flavor of fresh-squeezed lime juice is essential and cannot be replicated with bottled juice.

Method
 

  1. Create the Base: Place one-third of your diced tomatoes (about 1/2 cup / 480 ml) into a small blender or food processor. Pulse a few times until it forms a light, juicy purée. This trick helps bind all the flavors together.
  2. Combine : In a medium bowl, add the tomato purée, the remaining diced tomatoes, the finely chopped white onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
  3. Season and Mix: Pour the fresh lime juice over the and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Stir gently until everything is well combined.
  5. Rest and Serve: For the best flavor, let the pico de gallo rest for at least 15 minutes to allow the to meld.
  6. Serve with chips, on tacos, or as a fresh topping for any dish.

Nutrition

Calories: 15kcalCarbohydrates: 3.5gProtein: 1g

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