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Salsa—Very Simple But Ranks with the Best of Them.

Cooks' Note

This salsa can be served with beans, meats, eggs, or even guacamole salad.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes about 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

One 10-ounce can RO•TEL diced tomatoes and chilies
1/2 cup chopped medium white onion
1/4 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
Juice of 1/2 lemon
Salt to taste

Preparation

  1. Combine the tomatoes, onion, cilantro, and lemon juice in a bowl. Add salt, if desired, and mix well.

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