Tropical Salsa

Author: American Institute for Cancer Research
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Ingredients

1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
2 mangoes (or 2 papayas or 6 nectarines), peeled and diced small
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, or to taste
1/2 cup finely minced fresh cilantro
1 to 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, or to taste


Directions

Place chopped onion in a heatproof bowl or measuring cup and add boiling water to cover. Let stand a few minutes. Meanwhile, mix fruit and juice in a large bowl. Add cilantro and vinegar and mix well. Drain onion and add to fruit mixture, mixing well. Taste, adding more vinegar and/or juice if desired. Can be used as a side dish or condiment for fish, pork or poultry, or as a dip (if pureed until smooth). Can be stored, covered, in the refrigerator 2 to 3 days. Makes 1 1/2 cups.