Alpha Gal Friendly Pico de Gallo
Fresh, bright, and built entirely from plants, this chunky salsa is a natural fit for anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome. Because the condition means avoiding mammalian meat and byproducts, finding flavorful, satisfying snacks and condiments that feel genuinely indulgent — not like a compromise — can take some effort. This one delivers without any fuss. Ripe Roma tomatoes get seeded and finely diced so every bite is meaty in texture but never watery, and the jalapeño brings just enough heat to keep things interesting. A squeeze of fresh lime juice and a handful of cilantro tie it all together with that punchy, restaurant-style flavor you want. A short rest at room temperature lets the ingredients meld into something that tastes like it took way more effort than it did. Pile it onto tortilla chips, spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, or use it to brighten up a simple rice bowl — it works on just about everything.
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6 servings
- 1 lb ripe roma tomatoes (about 4–5), seeded and finely diced
- ½ medium white onion, finely diced
- 1–2 jalapeños, seeded and finely minced
- ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves, roughly chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- ½ tsp kosher salt, plus more to taste
Instructions
- 1
Halve the tomatoes lengthwise, scoop out the seeds and watery pulp with a spoon, then finely dice the flesh into roughly 1/4-inch pieces. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- 2
Add the diced onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro to the bowl with the tomatoes.
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