A quick, fresh pico de gallo recipe that goes the distance from weekday to weekend.

This recipe for pico de gallo is just that, and each ingredient serves an important role.

Fresh lime juice lends just the right amount of tang.

Southern Living Pico de Gallo in a bowl to serve with chips

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Tomatoes bring a perfect balance of sweetness and tartness, and crisp onions provide that quintessential sharp oniony flavor.

Here’s a brief outline:

What Are the Best Tomatoes for Pico de Gallo?

Simply store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Southern Living Pico de Gallo ingredients

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If doing so, we recommend serving with a slotted spoon as the salsa will get even juicier!

What Are the Best Onions for Pico de Gallo?

Ingredients

3cupsdiced seeded tomatoes(about 1 1/2 lb.

Southern LIving Pico de Gallo combining the ingredients in a bowl

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Stir and chill:

Gently stir together.

Serve right away or cover and chill until ready to serve.

Southern Living Pico de Gallo stirring together the pico

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