How to Make How to Make Pico de Gallo - A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a fan of fresh, bright flavors and love Mexican cuisine, then you must try making your own pico de gallo. This simple and versatile salsa is a staple in Mexican cuisine and is perfect for dipping, topping tacos, or even adding a fresh zing to grilled meats. It's incredibly easy to make and requires just a few basic ingredients. Plus, it's a great way to use up ripe tomatoes, onions, and cilantro that you have on hand.

Pico de gallo, also known as salsa fresca, is a type of s...

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Ingredients

  • 1 medium tomato, diced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • ½ jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 sprigs fresh cilantro, finely chopped
  • 1 green onion, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Prep and gather all your ingredients.
  • Add tomato, onion, jalapeño pepper, cilantro and green onion in a medium bowl.
  • Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly distributed.
  • Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Nutrition

    21 cal.

    • Total Fat: 0g
    • Sodium: 76mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 13mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 144mg