Pico de gallo

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required)

Total Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 4-6

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Ingredients:

• 4 medium tomatoes, finely diced
• 1/2 small onion, finely diced
• 1-2 jalapeños, finely diced (remove seeds for less heat)
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• Juice of 1 lime
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds (optional)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   Dice the tomatoes, onion, and jalapeños. Chop the cilantro.
2. Combine:
   In a medium bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, onion, jalapeños, and cilantro.
3. Add Lime Juice:
   Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and stir well.
4. Season:
   Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine all the ingredients.
5. Serve:
   Let the Pico de Gallo sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Tips on Removing Pomegranate Seeds:

If you’re using a fresh pomegranate, here’s how you can remove the seeds:

• Cut the pomegranate in half, then hold each half over a bowl with the cut side facing down.
• Tap the back of the pomegranate with a wooden spoon or your hands to release the seeds.
• Alternatively, you can gently peel back the skin and separate the seeds by hand, but tapping is often quicker.