Chi-Chi’s Pico De Gallo

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 4

Healthy Chi-Chi's Pico De Gallo recipe for a refreshing snack or condiment

by The Chefin Condiment

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Very easy

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Originating in Mexico, Pico De Gallo is a fresh salsa typically made with chopped tomatoes, onions, peppers, and lime juice. Chi-Chi's Pico De Gallo is a variation of this classic dish that adds banana peppers and cilantro to the mix. It's a versatile condiment that can be served with tortilla chips or used as a topping for tacos, burritos, and salads. This recipe is easy to make, healthy, and bursting with flavor.

Instructions

1.	In a large mixing bowl, combine diced tomatoes, diced red onions, diced banana pepper, chopped serrano chili pepper, chopped cilantro, and diced bell peppers.
2.	Stir in salt and lime juice until well combined.
3.	Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to combine.

PROS

Chi-Chi’s Pico De Gallo is a refreshing snack or condiment that is low in calories and high in nutrients.

Tomatoes and peppers are rich in vitamins and minerals, and the lime juice and cilantro provide potent antioxidants.

CONS

Raw peppers and onions may cause digestive discomfort in some people, so be mindful of how much you consume and how your body reacts.

Serrano peppers are spicy and may be too hot for some taste buds.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chi-Chi’s Pico De Gallo is a nutrient-dense food that can aid in weight management, support heart health, and boost immune function.
Tomatoes and peppers are a good source of vitamin C, which can help boost the immune system and promote collagen production. The phytochemicals in peppers have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties as well.

	1/2 ounce serrano chili , Stemmed , Seeded & Chopped
	1 ounce chopped fresh cilantro
	4 fluid ounces Rose 's lime juice
	4 teaspoons salt
	5 lbs diced tomatoes
	20 ounces diced red onions
	1 ounce finely diced banana pepper
	12 ounces diced bell peppers