Description
Salsa pico de gallo estilo mexicana is a vibrant and fresh salsa that captures the essence of traditional Mexican flavors. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe Roma tomatoes, zesty lime juice, and spicy jalapeños for a refreshing condiment that’s perfect for tacos, grilled meats, or as a dip with tortilla chips. Whip it up in just 10 minutes and elevate your summer barbecues or cozy dinners with this crowd-pleasing dish!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe Roma tomatoes, diced
- 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
- 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes (about 1/4 cup)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter.
- Dice the tomatoes into small cubes (about half an inch).
- Finely chop the onion and jalapeños, adjusting the amount of jalapeño based on desired spice level.
- In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, and chopped cilantro.
- Drizzle lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt; mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Let the salsa sit for at least ten minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 20
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - For added sweetness, consider mixing in diced mango or avocado.- If you prefer milder flavors, substitute jalapeños with bell peppers.- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.