Pico de Gallo

I like to prepare this condiment in different ways: chunky when scattering over my Mexican Lettuce Wraps, and smooth as a dip for my Flaxseed Tortillas. In addition to all of the age-defying and healthy benefits of tomatoes, the indoles (sulfur compounds) in onions help neutralize carcinogens. Cilantro is a good source of vitamin K, which helps keep your bones strong.

BENEFITS: Tomatoes contain lycopene, which lowers cancer risk and aids cognitive function. The indoles (sulfur compounds) in onions help neutralize carcinogens. Cilantro is a good source of vitamin K, which helps keep your bones strong.

Yields 2 cups

Ingredients

2 cups diced Roma tomatoes
¼ cup minced red onion
½ cup chopped cilantro
¼ cup fresh lemon or lime juice
1 Tbs. minced jalapeno, seedless
Salt or salt substitute and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Procedure

Fold all the ingredients in a bowl. Allow to sit for at least 10 minutes so the flavors can marry.

Chef’s Note: For a chunky salsa, simply toss the ingredients together. For a dipping sauce or salsa that you can drizzle, blend the ingredients for about 30 seconds.