Mix and Match Salsa

Difficulty rating: 1 chef hat (out of 5)
Prep/Total Time: 10 minutes

Make a traditional salsa with fresh local tomatoes or mix it up by adding or substituting a favorite fruit. Although this easy and fresh seasonal salsa makes a great snack when paired with tortilla chips, don’t stop there!  Top grilled fish or meat with salsa, or stir it into eggs to give breakfast an extra boost of flavor AND nutrition.

Ingredients:

• 1 small red, green, or white onion-fine chopped 
• 2 bell peppers (any color)-fine chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic-peeled and minced
• 3 tablespoons of maple syrup or sugar
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 jalapeno pepper- seeded and diced
• 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar
• ½ cup of chopped cilantro
• 2 cups of chopped tomatoes and/or fruit of your choice

Directions: 
Combine all ingredients and then get creative! Finish off your salsa with two cups of whatever strikes your fancy.  Combine chopped tomatoes with black beans and roasted corn, or skip all of the traditional ingredients and try tossing in a couple cups of your favorite fruit, such as chopped watermelon, blueberries, or peaches.

Inspired by Chef Jonboy of Penokee Mountain Foods in Marengo, WI