Spicy Chunky Salsa

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: habaneros

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Habaneros add more heat while banana peppers are milder and less expensive.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a similar freshness while spinach is more affordable.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice provides a similar acidity and vinegar is often cheaper.

onions

🥗Healthier: green onions

💰Cheaper: shallots

Green onions provide a milder flavor, while shallots can be found at lower prices.

Cut onion finely and place in a bowl of water to reduce strong flavor for 10-15 minutes.

Cut tomatoes finely, removing seeds to prevent a watery salsa.

Use a mix of three different colors of tomatoes for visual appeal.

Chop cilantro and set aside.

Remove onions from water and drain.

Add lime juice to the mixture.

Finely chop two finger chilies and add to the salsa, adjusting quantity to taste.

Combine all ingredients thoroughly in a mixing bowl.

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