Appetizer for 6
Homemade Pico de Gallo
Chopped tomatoes, onion, peppers, herbs, and lime juice combine into a fresh salsa that rests briefly before serving.
$2.11for 4 servings
$0.53 per serving$2.11 for 4
Typical price: Salefork's estimate of an everyday US shelf price for each ingredient. Pick your city to price it from this week's ad.
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- 15 minstart to table
- Easydifficulty
- 6servings as written
- $typical cost tier
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What it costs
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| Ingredient | Amount | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Onions$1.29/lb typical | 0.2 lb | $0.26Typical price |
| Fresh tomatoes$1.99/lb typical | 1 lb | $1.99Typical price |
| Green onions$1.19 each typical | 0.25 | $0.21Typical price |
| Garlic$0.75 each typical | a little | $0.04Typical price |
| Fresh herbs (cilantro, parsley, basil)$1.49 each typical | 0.25 | $0.25Typical price |
| Juice, soda and mixers$0.04/oz typical | 1.5 oz | $0.06Typical price |
| Total for the servings shown | $3.17 | |
Pantry staples you likely have
Dried herbs, spices and seasoning blends
Not included in the cost.
Ingredients
- 1/2 white onion
- 1 lb firm roma tomatoes
- 1 large scallion
- 1 clove garlic (optional)
- 1/3 cup cilantro leaves
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- to taste sea salt & ground black pepper (optional)
- optional 1/4 tsp each: ground cumin & smoked paprika
- optional pinch chili powder
Steps
- Dice the tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, scallion, and cilantro.
- Mince the garlic, if using.
- Combine the vegetables, cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper, and optional spices in a bowl.
- Stir the mixture well and let it rest for 10 minutes.
Swaps
- Onions for Red onionsabout $0.20/lb more at typical prices
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