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Pico de Gallo

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This classic Mexican topping can be made with or without jalapeños. Keep in mind that adding the seeds ups the heat.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1/2 medium white onion, diced
2 cups diced tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon minced jalapeño (optional)
Kosher salt

Preparation

  1. Place 1 cup cold water and 2 ice cubes in a medium bowl. Add onion; stir, then discard ice; drain well. Transfer to a medium bowl. Add tomatoes, cilantro, and jalapeño, if desired. Season with salt.

TagsSalsaCondimentMexicanLatin AmericanTomatoVegetableOnionRoot VegetableCilantroHerbs & SpicesDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeVeganVegetarianRawQuickEasyWeeknight Meals5 Ingredients or FewerNo-CookBon Appétit
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