Spicy Pico de Gallo with Avocado

Instructions

1. 1

   Wash all fresh produce thoroughly.

2. 2

   Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and dice the flesh into small cubes. Set aside.

3. 3

   Dice the tomatoes into small pieces, discarding excess seeds and juice if desired.

4. 4

   Peel and finely chop the red onion.

5. 5

   Remove the stems from the jalapeño peppers, slice them in half, and remove the seeds for less heat (optional). Finely chop the peppers.

6. 6

   Roughly chop the fresh cilantro leaves.

7. 7

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, red onion, jalapeño peppers, and cilantro.

8. 8

   Add the diced avocado to the bowl.

9. 9

   Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the mixture and sprinkle with salt.

10. 10

    Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined, being careful not to mash the avocado.

11. 11

    Taste and adjust salt or lime juice as needed.

12. 12

    Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a topping for your favorite dishes.