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Pico de Gallo Recipe

Pico De Gallo Recipe

The Pico De Gallo recipe is an exquisite, healthful and aromatic blend of fresh ingredients.It tastes great as a topping on tacos, fajitas, nachos, burritos and hot dogs, not to mention its use as a perfect low-calorie dip for chips.Colorful in presentation, it is a favorite accompaniment for both formal and informal meal preparation.This recipe for salsa allows for individual innovation: ingredients can be added or removed in quantities according to taste.

Pico De Gallo Recipe

 

The Pico de Gallo recipe is a homemade salsa in the same category as red or green salsa since it is added for the same purpose and variety of foods.Pico de Gallo recipe, also known as raw salsa or fresh salsa, is at its best when it is prepared fresh and enjoyed on the same day. This enhances both the taste and the nutritional value of ingredients.

Pico De Gallo Ingredients
Pico De Gallo Ingredients

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Pico de Gallo Recipe
 
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Recipe type: Salsa
Cuisine: Mexican
Serves: 2 Cups
Ingredients
  • 2 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 jalapeno or Serrano peppers, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 medium white onion, chopped
  • 4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt added to taste
Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl add lemon juice to onion.
  2. Allow to marinade for approx. 10 minutes.
  3. Add the rest of ingredients to the mixture and allow to marinade for an additional 15 minutes.
  4. Serve and enjoy as a salsa dip for chips or as condiment for main dishes.

PICO DE GALLO-add lemon juice to onion-step 1

PICO DE GALLO-Add the rest of ingredients to the mixture step 2

Pico De Gallo Recipe Tips

CAN YOU CONTROL HOW SPICY THIS FRESH SALSA RECIPE WILL BE?

The Pico de Gallo can range from mild to very hot depending on the type of chili peppers and amount used.

NUTRITIONAL FACTS FOR SOME INGREDIENTES IN THE PICO DE GALLO RECIPE

  • JALAPENO OR SERRANO PEPPER: The pepper is a rich source of vitamins B and C. Among the positive benefits are a lowering of cholesterol and blood pressure. In addition, the hot chili pepper works as an antioxidant and helps minimize the risk of prostate cancer.
  • TOMATOES are rich in potassium, vitamins C and A, and are in the category of antioxidants. This helps them preserve muscle tone. They help to lower the risk of heart disease and cataracts.
  • CILANTRO improves and strengthens urinary valve function.

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