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Famous Florida! Fresh Key Lime Salsa

  • 4 medium very ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and diced
  • 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 1 medium red onion, minced
  • 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
  • Juice of 2 Key limes or 1 small lime

In a medium size glass bowl mix together the tomatoes, jalapeno pepper, cilantro, onion, sugar and salt and pepper. Combine well. Add the juice; cover and refrigerate for 4-5 hours before serving.

NOTE: You can use habanero peppers instead of jalapeno, but be sure to remove the seeds and only use half of the pepper.

Servings:
2