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Bowl of pico de gallo shown with lime wedges and chips.

Easy Pico de Gallo

This pico de gallo recipe takes less than 10 minutes to make, and it pairs well with everything from breakfast tacos to fajita dinners. With only four ingredients, a twist of lime, and a dash of salt, you can whip up a batch and store it in the fridge for several days.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6

Ingredients
 

  • 1 large beefsteak tomato, diced
  • ½ white onion, diced (may substitute green onion)
  • 2 serrano peppers, coarsely chopped (if small)
  • 3 sprigs cilantro (long stems removed)
  • ½ lime
  • ¼ teaspoon table salt or sea salt (to taste)

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
  • Squeeze lime into the bowl, and stir the mixture well.
  • Add salt to taste.
  • Serve chilled, and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

Use pico de gallo as a topping for fajitas, tacos, or enchiladas. For the ultimate guacamole, add pico de gallo to mashed avocados. Serve with tortilla chips.
Pico de gallo will last in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.
 
Keyword pico de gallo, salsa, side dishes
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