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Pico De Gallo

Contributed by : Jane Berthiaume
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Mexican Recipes : Appetizers and Snacks

Every bite of this Pico de Gallo is a burst of pure garden freshness—because nearly every ingredient comes straight from Jane’s own backyard. But the story of this recipe starts a little further from home.

Jane first discovered it at Old World Garden Farms in Ohio, making a special trip all the way from her hometown of Leamington, Ontario, to see their incredible gardens firsthand. Inspired by what she saw, she came back determined to recreate the same abundance on her own land. Over time, she not only emulated their garden but added her own improvements and twists, tailoring it to the rich soil and growing season in Leamington.

Total Time

20 mins

Prepare Time

20 mins

Cook Time

0 mins

Recipe Servings

1 Bowl

Ingredients of
Pico De Gallo

  • 1/2 cup finely diced red onion about 1/2 of a medium onion 
  • 1 garlic clove 
  • 1 lime 
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt 
  • 1 to 2 jalapeño peppers 
  • 4 to 6 plum tomatoes 2 cups medium-diced tomatoes 
  • A bunch of cilantro 1/4 cup chopped 


How to Make
Pico De Gallo

  1. Finely chop the onion and place it in a small bowl. Mince the garlic using a micro plane, knife or garlic press and place it into the bowl. 
  2. Cut the lime in half and juice it (approximately 2 tablespoons). Add the lime juice and salt to the garlic and onions mixture and stir. Set aside while chopping the other ingredients to allow the onion and garlic to marinate in lime juice. 
  3. Slice the jalapeno pepper in half lengthwise. If you like it hot, dice it with seeds and membranes intact. If you would like it a little milder, remove the seeds and membrane from one or both halves, and then dice. Add to the onion and garlic mixture. 
  4. Dice the tomatoes into medium chunks and add to the bowl. Roughly chop the cilantro and add to the bowl. Stir gently to combine. 
  5. Adjust seasonings to your taste.

Notes

It is best if you cover and let rest for a few hours in the fridge to blend the flavours. (but it isn't necessary)