Extension's Healthy Aging Program 2021, Summer Squash Salsa, Extension, University of Nevada, Reno, Newsletter - Healthy LIVING while aging! (2021-08)

Summer Squash Salsa 

Summer squash is the secret ingredient in this summer salsa. Make it a meal by adding whole grains. 

Summer squash salsa
Level: Easy Prep: 20 minutes Yield: 12 servings
Total: 50 minutes Inactive: 30 minutes  

Ingredients

  • 1 can black beans - rinsed
  • 6 tomatoes - seeded and diced 
  • 1/2 green pepper - seeded and diced 
  • 1 medium red onion - minced
  • 1 medium summer squash - peeled, seeds removed, diced
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Adobo seasoning (combination of garlic, coriander, salt, and cumin)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon or lime juice (optional)
  • 4 tablespoons part-skim mozzarella cheese - grated
  • fresh cilantro or dried parsley to taste (optional)

Directions

  1. Combine all ingredients except cheese. Let sit for 30 minutes. 
  2. Spoon over tortilla chips, cooked rice, or noodles.
  3. Top with grated, part-skim mozzarella cheese. 
  4. Serve hot or cold! 

Cook's Note

Turn this side dish into a meal by adding whole grains like brown rice or whole wheat pasta. 
If tomatoes are out of season, use 1 can of low-sodium or no-salt-added diced tomatoes instead.

 
This material is funded, in part, by Nevada’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). USDA is an equal opportunity employer.

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Macy Helm
Macy Helm
 

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