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Toss everything together until well combined.","group":"Mixing","title":"Squeeze the juice of one lime","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Mixing"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Taste and adjust salt or lime juice if needed. Let the Pico de Gallo rest for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop before serving.","group":"Finishing","title":"Taste and adjust salt or lime juice if needed","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Finishing"}],"notes":"For the best flavor, let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the juices to meld. Use the freshest produce possible. 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Do not reheat."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fpico_de_gallo_3a594dfecd%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=eb097382-4041-4557-b979-a175cf89887d","imageAlt":"Pico de Gallo — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["fresh","salsa","dip","mexican","low calorie","healthy"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Pico de Gallo","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T00:40:59.768Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T00:40:59.768Z","related":[{"id":"agua_fresca_de_limon_2a14774356","slug":"agua-fresca-de-limon","title":"Agua Fresca de Limón","description":"A traditional, crisp, and refreshing Latin American lime drink that perfectly balances tangy citrus with a hint of sweetness. 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