Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly Recipe

This easy pico de gallo recipe is perfect for beginners, families with kids, or anyone who prefers a milder salsa. A vibrant and refreshing condiment, it adds a cool, fresh kick to spicy dishes, meats, tacos, or even just chips! Sneak in extra veggies with this fun and flavorful recipe. While traditional Texan pico uses serranos, we're using milder jalapeños for the little ones (don't worry, you can sneak in an extra serrano for yourself!).

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 58.7 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly

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How to Make Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly

  1. Finely chop the tomatoes, white onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
  3. Add the lime juice and salt.
  4. If using, add the minced serrano pepper.
  5. Gently mix all ingredients together.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or lime juice to your preference.
  7. Let the pico de gallo sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The longer it sits, the better it tastes!
  8. Serve with your favorite chips, tacos, grilled meats, or as a topping for other dishes.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

0g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly?

Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly?

Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly has approximately 58.7 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 0 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly?

The key ingredients for Pico De Gallo Kid Friendly are Tomatoes, Onion, Fresh Cilantro, Jalapeno, Garlic, Lime Juice. See the full list with measurements above.

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