Pico de Gallo
This traditional Mexican condiment is a fresh, spicey, tangy and vibrant party in your mouth.
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Servings: 4 people
Calories: 75kcal
Cost: $5
Ingredients
- 6 ripe tomatoes
- ½ red onion
- ½ jalapeño pepper
- ⅓ cup coriander cilantro
- ½ tsp sugar
- sea salt
- pepper
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Start by finely dicing the tomatoes, ensuring you remove the seeds and juice to avoid excess moisture.
- Finely chop the red onion.
- Remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapeños for less heat and finely dice them.
- Chop the cilantro leaves, discarding the stems.
- Combine all the chopped ingredients in a bowl. Add freshly squeezed lime juice olive oil, sugar and a pinch of salt, pepper. Gently toss to ensure even distribution.
- Allow the Pico de Gallo to sit for about 15-20 minutes before serving. This time allows the flavours to develop and intensify.
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Nutrition
Calories: 75kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 29mg | Potassium: 473mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1631IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg