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Corn Pico de Gallo

Corn Pico de Gallo

by Gemma Aguayo-Murphy
This Corn Pico de Gallo is a fresh, flavorful twist on the classic salsa, made with sweet roasted corn, tomatoes, jalapeño, and lime. Roasting the corn adds a subtle smokiness that deepens the flavor while still keeping the bright, fresh taste you expect from pico de gallo. It’s simple to make and perfect for everything from chips to tacos and summer meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course salsa
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6
Calories 73 kcal

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • mixing spoon
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ears of corn
  • 2 jalapeños
  • 2 Roma tomatoes
  • ¼ white onion
  • ¼ cup chopped cilantro
  • 2 limes
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt (plus more to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Shuck the corn cobs, removing the outer husk and the silk and rinsing under water.
  • Preheat your grill (or gas stove) to medium-high heat.
  • Place the corn cobs directly on the grill (or stove) grates. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the kernels are tender and slightly charred.
  • Remove the corn cobs from the grill and let them cool to the touch. Use a sharp knife to cut the kernels from the cobs and place them in a large bowl.
  • Medium dice the jalapeños, tomatoes, onion, and cilantro. Add to the bowl with the corn.
  • Add lime juice and salt and stir until everything is throughly combined.
  • Taste for seasoning and adjust accordingly.

Notes

  • You can easily roast corn on the stovetop using a skillet. To do so, first cut the fresh kernels from the cob. Then, heat a large skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until it’s very hot. Add the corn kernels in a single layer and let them cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. The kernels will begin to pop and char slightly. Continue cooking for 5-7 minutes until they are evenly roasted and golden-brown.
  • For more spice, use Serrano peppers. For less spice, remove the veins and seeds from the jalapeños.

Nutrition

Serving: 75gCalories: 73kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 2.8gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 212mgPotassium: 351mgFiber: 3.9gSugar: 4.5gCalcium: 21mgIron: 2mg
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