HEART HEALTHY SALSA

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Did you know that some store bought salsa can contain 400 mg of sodium in 1/4 cup?? This version from the Mayoclinic website has MUCH less. (try 75 mg per 1/4 cup!!)

Provided by C and Ds Mommy

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup diced zucchini
1 cup red onion, chopped
2 red peppers, seeded and diced
2 green peppers, seeded and diced
4 tomatoes, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl and toss gently to mix. Cover and refridgerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavours to blend.
  • If you prefer a hotter version, add 1/2 to 1 tbsp finely chopped jalapeno peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 22.1, Fat 0.2, Sodium 149.2, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3, Protein 0.8

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