
Pico de Gallo
The fresh, crunchy salsa that belongs on nearly every taco.
Ingredients
- 4 roma tomatoes, diced
- 1/2 white onion, diced
- 1 jalapeno, minced
- 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
- 2 limes, juiced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- 1
Dice the tomatoes and drain excess liquid.
- 2
Combine with the onion, jalapeno and cilantro.
- 3
Add the lime juice and salt.
- 4
Let sit 15 minutes before serving so the flavors meld.
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