Fresh Pico De Gallo (with Food Processor Shortcut!)
If you're craving a bright, zesty salsa that's all about bold flavor and fresh ingredients, this homemade pico de gallo is about to become your new go-to. It's everything you want in a classic salsa: juicy, ripe tomatoes, a punchy kick from jalapeño, and a burst of freshness from cilantro and lime. Plus, thanks to a quick food processor shortcut, the prep is lightning-fast without sacrificing the rustic, chunky texture we all love.
Servings: 4 -6 servings
Calories: 33kcal
Ingredients
For the Pico de Gallo
- 1 lb ripe Roma tomatoes
- 1 tsp kosher salt, divided
- ½ large white onion, about ⅔ cup
- 1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
- 1 jalapeño chile, if you want the pico mild, remove the seeds–I leave them in
- ½ cup fresh cilantro, no need to remove the stems
- 1 medium lime, juiced, about 1 Tbsp (15ml)
Instructions
- Season the tomatoes. Finely chop the tomatoes into a ¼-inch dice, then place in a large colander set over a mixing bowl. Season with ½ tsp kosher salt (reserve the rest), then allow to sit for 10 minutes. When ready, pour out any liquid from the bowl, then dump the seasoned tomatoes inside.
- Make the pico de gallo. Add onion, garlic, jalapeño, and cilantro to the bowl of a food processor. Pulse–don’t blend!--just a few times, until roughly chopped. You want them to maintain some texture. Add this mixture to the chopped tomatoes, then season with fresh lime juice and remaining ½ tsp kosher salt. Stir well, then taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or lime juice as needed. Refrigerate until needed, then enjoy!
Notes
- Nutrition facts assume 4 servings.
- Other tomato varieties will work, but the texture of Roma tomatoes holds up best given their ratio of flesh to peel.
- The longer pico de gallo sits, the more flavor it will have. This can be made a few hours or even a day in advance, then refrigerated. Just note that the tomatoes will soften a bit if they sit too long, so I recommend making it the same day you plan to serve it.
Nutrition
Calories: 33kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.05g | Sodium: 589mg | Potassium: 324mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1102IU | Vitamin C: 23mg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 1mg
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