Salsa is the Mexican word for sauce. It usually refers to a tomato-based condiment used to dip or to add flavour to dishes. 

5 minutes preparation
7 serves of vegies in this recipe

ingredients

2 ripe tomatoes, chopped 
1 Lebanese cucumber, chopped 
½ red onion, finely chopped 
1 teaspoon lemon juice 
2 teaspoons olive oil 
1 tablespoon chopped parsley 

method

Combine all ingredients and toss well. Makes 2 cups. 

hint 

Salsa will keep for 3-4 days, covered, in the refrigerator. 

variation 

For a spicy Mexican salsa add 1 ripe avocado, 1 small red chilli, seeded and chopped (or pinch of dried chilli flakes), and 1 tablespoon fresh coriander. 

serving suggestion

Spoon over grilled fish or chicken. A delicious topping on bread. 

Recipe from Healthy Food Fast Cookbook © State of Western Australia 2009, reproduced with permission.