Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda Recipe

This vibrant Pico de Gallo recipe is clean, fresh, and bursting with flavor! Forget everything you thought you knew about salsa – this addictive recipe is incredibly low-calorie and perfect for healthy snacking or as a delicious topping for fajitas, tacos, or your favorite fat-free tortilla chips. Easily customizable to your spice preference, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Prepare to be obsessed!

Prep Time 25 mins

Cook Time 75 mins

Calories 47 kcal

Protein 3g

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Ingredients for Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda

4 large ripe tomatoes
Garlic Cloves
Red Onion
Vidalia Onion
Jalapeno Pepper
Fresh Cilantro
Juice of 2 limes
Salt And Pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

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How to Make Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda

Halve 4 large ripe tomatoes and gently squeeze out the seeds.
Dice the tomatoes into ½-inch pieces.
Finely chop 1 medium white onion (about ½ cup).
Finely chop 1-2 jalapeños, removing seeds for less heat (adjust to your spice preference).
Chop ½ cup of fresh cilantro.
Mince 2 cloves of garlic. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and mash into a paste using a wooden spoon.
In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and garlic paste.
Stir in the juice of 2 limes, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. (For best results, refrigerate for 2-4 hours).
Serve chilled and enjoy! Pairs perfectly with fat-free tortilla chips, grilled chicken or fish, or as a topping for tacos and fajitas.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda?

Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda takes about 100 minutes from start to finish — roughly 25 minutes to prepare and 75 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda?

Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda has approximately 47 calories per serving, with about 3 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 2 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda?

The key ingredients for Addictive Pico De Gallo Aka Salsa Cruda are Tomatoes, Garlic Cloves, Red Onion, Vidalia Onion, Jalapeno Pepper, Fresh Cilantro. See the full list with measurements above.