Pico de Gallo

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
61%
Pico de Gallo
45 min.
3
69kcal

Suggestions

Looking for a fresh, vibrant, and healthy appetizer or snack that's as easy to make as it is delicious? Look no further than Pico de Gallo, a vibrant Mexican salsa that's perfect for any occasion. This recipe is not only incredibly simple, coming together in just 45 minutes, but it's also incredibly healthy, scoring a commendable 61 on our recipe health scale. It's a versatile dish that can serve as an appetizer, a snack, or even an accompaniment to your main course.

Pico de Gallo is a vegetarian's dream, packed with fresh vegetables and zesty flavors, it's free from gluten, dairy, and of course, it's entirely vegan. Each serving comes in at just 69 calories, making it a guilt-free pleasure for your palate. The health benefits don't stop there; this dish is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, thanks to its star ingredients - tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeños.

The beauty of Pico de Gallo lies in its simplicity and the quality of its ingredients. With a delightful balance of 14.65% protein, 6.69% fat, and 78.66% carbs, this dish is a nutritional powerhouse. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, planning a picnic, or simply looking for a quick snack, Pico de Gallo is sure to impress. So, grab your ingredients, and let's get started on this refreshing, flavor-packed recipe that's as good for you as it is delicious.

Ingredients

  • tablespoons pepper flakes minced seeded ( 2 medium)
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • 0.8 cup onion chopped
  • 1.5 pounds plum tomatoes seeded chopped

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Mix all ingredients in medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper. (Can be made 4 hours ahead. Cover; chill.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories69kcal
Protein14.65%
Fat6.69%
Carbs78.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
57.33
Glycemic Load
3.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
13.012608875399%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.33mg
Hesperetin
1.35mg
Naringenin
1.6mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
2mg
Kaempferol
0.47mg
Myricetin
0.32mg
Quercetin
10.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:68.68kcal
3.43%
Fat:0.59g
0.91%
Saturated Fat:0.09g
0.56%
Carbohydrates:15.57g
5.19%
Net Carbohydrates:11.79g
4.29%
Sugar:8.74g
9.71%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:15.99mg
0.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.9g
5.8%
Vitamin C:61.12mg
74.08%
Vitamin A:2220.35IU
44.41%
Vitamin K:28.55µg
27.19%
Potassium:679.66mg
19.42%
Manganese:0.37mg
18.45%
Vitamin B6:0.33mg
16.37%
Fiber:3.78g
15.13%
Folate:48.25µg
12.06%
Vitamin E:1.44mg
9.58%
Copper:0.18mg
9.09%
Magnesium:34.54mg
8.64%
Vitamin B3:1.64mg
8.19%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.04%
Phosphorus:77.39mg
7.74%
Iron:0.93mg
5.16%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
4.38%
Calcium:39.68mg
3.97%
Zinc:0.53mg
3.53%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.21%
Source:Epicurious