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Classic Salsa
Makes about 2-1/2 cups salsa
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Ingredients
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4
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medium tomatoes
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1
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small onion, finely chopped
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2
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to 3 jalapeño peppers or serrano peppers,* seeded and minced
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1/4
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cup chopped fresh cilantro
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1
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small clove garlic, minced
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2
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tablespoons lime juice
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1/8
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teaspoon salt (optional)
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1/8
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teaspoon black pepper (optional)
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*Jalapeño and serrano peppers can sting and irritate the skin, so wear rubber gloves when handling peppers and do not touch your eyes.
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1. Cut tomatoes in half; remove seeds. Coarsely chop tomatoes.
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2. Combine tomatoes, onion, jalapeño peppers, cilantro, garlic and lime juice in medium bowl. Add salt and black pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or up to 3 days for flavors to blend.
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© Publications International, Ltd.
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Nutrients per Serving
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(2 tablespoons salsa)
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Calories
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8
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Calories from Fat
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9 %
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Total Fat
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<1 g
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Saturated Fat
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<1 g
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Carbohydrate
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2 g
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Fiber
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<1 g
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Protein
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<1 g
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Sodium
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3 mg
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Dietary exchanges
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Free Free
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