Salsa

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Salsa

Description

Tomatoes contain lycopene, which is supposed to prevent cancer, especially of the prostate, stomach, and lungs. Add the salsa to avocado and it makes a great guacamole. A friend and I adapted this recipe from recipes #39006, #7947, and #1078.

Cooking Time

Preparation Time :45 Min

Cook Time : 5 Min

Total Time : 50 Min

Ingredients

Serves : 4
  • 3 tomatoes


  • 4 garlic


  • 2large jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped


  • 1 mild green chilies


  • 1small vidalia onion, finely chopped


  • 1⁄3 fresh cilantro


  • 1⁄4 basil


  • 1⁄8 fresh parsley


  • 1⁄4 red wine vinegar


  • 1⁄2 lemon juice


  • 1⁄2 lime juice


  • 1⁄2 ground cumin


  • 2 honey


  • 1 avocado

Directions

  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil.
  • Add tomatoes and scald for 2 minutes.
  • Drain.
  • Submerse immediately in a bowl of cold water and ice and let sit for a few minutes.
  • Remove skins and discard.
  • Remove stem core and discard.
  • Cut tomatoes in small chunks and discard seeds and juice.
  • In a large pot, add all ingredients.
  • Bring mixture to a boil.
  • Over medium-high heat, cook for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Strain off any excess liquid.
  • If desired, puree half the batch to make a smooth salsa.
  • If desired, add 8 tablespoons of chunky salsa to a ripe avocado to make guacamole.