This unique twist on salsa is filled with both color and flavor, and offers a blast of Mediterranean character. It is packed with Vitamin C, Vitamin A and potassium, and also serves as a great source of fiber. Best of all, it is very simple to prepare. (Recipe courtesy of Produce for Better Health Foundation)
Ingredients:
- 1 cup (8 oz.) dried figs, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes, peeled, seeded, and coarsely chopped
- 2 medium peaches or nectarines, peeled and diced
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 jalapeño peppers, seeded and minced
- 2 Tablespoons mint, cilantro, or basil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 teaspoons lime zest, finely grated
- 2 Tablespoons lime juice, fresh
- 1 Tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Salt
- Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions:
- In a large bowl, combine the figs, tomatoes, peaches, onion, jalapeños, mint, garlic, and lime zest and juice.
- Stir in the vinegar, if desired, and season to taste with salt and black pepper.
- Cover and refrigerate for several hours to allow the flavors to blend.
This salsa has 126 calories per serving and 5.3g of total fat.
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