Saturday, September 11, 2010

Chili Pepper and Tomato Salsa

Makes 6 servings

Prep Time: 10 min.
Chilling Time: 3 or 4 hrs.


Ingredients:
1 can (4 ounces) green chili peppers, drained
1/2 cup chopped ripe olives
1/2 cup chopped green onions
3 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 Tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 Tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt (to taste)
Freshly ground pepper (to taste)
Dash Tabasco sauce (optional)

Cooking Directions:
1) In a medium bowl, combine chili peppers, olives, onions, tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, cilantro, salt, pepper, and Tabasco sauce.
2) Cover and refrigerate for 3 or 4 hours. Drain,
3) Serve with tortilla chips and/or corn chips.

Kitchen Tips:
You can use fresh or canned jalapeno peppers instead of mild green chilies. Use the amount that satisfies your taste but remember the heat.

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