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Homemade Pico de Gallo
Prep Time
10
minutes
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1
hour
hr
Total Time
1
hour
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10
minutes
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Course:
Appetizers and Dips
Cuisine:
Mexican
Servings:
6
servings
Ingredients
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3-4
ripe tomatoes
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1
small onion
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1
serrano or jalepeño pepper
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optional
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1
lime
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¼
cup
fresh cilantro
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1
tsp
salt
Instructions
Dice the tomatoes and add to medium-sized bowl.
Finely chop the onion and add to the tomatoes.
If using, cut the pepper in half lengthwise and rinse out the seeds. Mince finely and add to bowl.
Wash and chop cilantro, then add to the bowl.
Cut the lime in half and squeeze the juice from both halves into the bowl. Add the salt.
Mix the ingredients together, cover, and let chill for 1 hour so flavors can meld.
Notes
Homemade Pico de Gallo is so adaptable, that's why you want to make your own. Here are a few tips to make it even better.
This Recipe Can be Doubled: This is a great recipe for a crowd. Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and take it to your next party.
No Cilantro: If you are like me Cilantro is not your friend. Try fresh parsley, basil, mint or chives.
Add Fruit: Try some fresh mango or watermelon!