Chipotle Pico De Gallo
Smoky, spicy, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Chipotle Pico De Gallo takes the classic salsa to a bold new level. Juicy Roma tomatoes, zesty red onion, and fragrant cilantro form the base, while the addition of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce introduces a tantalizing smokiness and subtle heat. A squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens the mixture, and finely minced garlic and jalapeño bring layers of zest and spice. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile pico de gallo is the perfect accompaniment to tortilla chips, tacos, grilled meats, or any dish in need of a flavorful kick. Whether you're hosting a casual gathering or upgrading your weeknight meals, this smoky salsa will be the star of your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Roma tomatoes
- 1 small Red onion
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 1 small Jalapeño pepper
- 2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 large Lime
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Dice the Roma tomatoes into small, evenly sized cubes and place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and stems, and add them to the mixture.
Remove the seeds and ribs from the jalapeño (if you prefer less heat) and finely dice it. Add the jalapeño to the bowl.
Mince the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce and stir them into the mixture. Adjust the amount based on your preferred level of smokiness and spice.
Finely mince the garlic clove and stir it in with the other ingredients.
Juice the lime over the mixture, ensuring you extract as much juice as possible. Stir to combine.
Season the pico de gallo with salt and black pepper to taste.
Mix everything thoroughly and let it sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately with tortilla chips, tacos, or as a topping for your favorite dishes. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.0 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1460 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1027 mg | 22% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
