Chef Scott’s Pico de Gallo

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 2
Chef Scott's Pico de Gallo - A Refreshing Summer Salsa Recipe
in Appetizer

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

75 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

1 Star2 Stars3 Stars4 Stars5 Stars
Loading...

Ingredients

7 tomatoes , cut into 1/4-inch dice
1 large red onion , cut into 1/4-inch dice
2 cups chopped fresh cilantro
2 jalapeno peppers , seeded and minced
2 tablespoons salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons lime juice
1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
1/2 cup vegetable oil

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
72
Sugar
3g
Fat
6g
Pico de Gallo is a fresh and flavorful salsa that originated in Mexico. It is a simple blend of tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeno peppers, and a few other ingredients. It is often served as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos and other Mexican dishes. This recipe, created by Chef Scott, has a perfect balance of heat and tanginess that makes it a crowd favorite.

Instructions

1.In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, onions, cilantro, and jalapeno peppers.
2.In a separate bowl, whisk together the salt, black pepper, garlic, lime juice, vinegar, and vegetable oil.
3.Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and toss to coat.
4.Cover and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.

PROS

Chef Scott’s Pico de Gallo is a delicious and refreshing salsa that is perfect for summer gatherings.

It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking by adjusting the heat level.

It is also low in calories and fat.

CONS

While Pico de Gallo is a healthy alternative to traditional high-calorie dips and snacks, it can be high in sodium due to the added salt.

Additionally, some people may find the spiciness of the jalapeno peppers to be too much.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pico de Gallo is a healthy addition to any diet due to its low-calorie and low-fat content.
It also contains important vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C and potassium.
Additionally, the garlic and jalapeno peppers in this recipe have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties and may help boost the immune system.

Print

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published.