Mexican 15 min Easy

Salsa Fresca with Rice

Zingy raw tomato salsa spooned over fluffy seasoned rice.

Origin & Story

Salsa fresca (or pico de gallo) is the fresh, uncooked salsa of Mexico, its name meaning 'rooster's beak'. Paired with simple rice it makes a light, refreshing meal.

Main Spices & Their Role

Chilli

Fresh jalapeno or serrano for bright heat.

Cumin

Seasons the rice with warmth.

Ingredients

1 cup cooked rice
3 tomatoes, diced
1/2 onion, minced
1 chilli, minced
Lime juice
1/4 tsp cumin
Coriander
Salt

Method

01
Combine tomato, onion, chilli, lime and coriander for the salsa.
02
Season with salt and let it sit 10 minutes.
03
Warm the rice with a pinch of cumin.
04
Plate the rice and spoon salsa over the top.
05
Finish with extra lime and serve.

Veg & Vegan Alternatives

Vegetarian

This dish is already vegetarian.

Vegan

Already vegetarian and vegan — cook in oil (not ghee/butter) to keep it fully plant-based.