Summer Squash Salsa

Have you ever heard the term, “Eat a Rainbow”? Well this salsa certainly applies with loads of color and nutrition from heart healthy ingredients.

Makes: 8 Servings

Ingredients
1 can (15 oz)black beans, drained and rinsed
6tomatoes, seeded and diced
1/2 green pepper, seeded and diced
1 medium red onion, diced
1 large summer squash, peeled, seeds removed, diced
2 Tbs red wine vinegar
1 tsp Adobo seasoning
4 Tbs shredded cheese

Optional: cilantro or parsley, lemon or lime juice

Instructions

  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 cheese. Serve hot or cold!

*Nutrition information includes Mexican blend shredded cheese for analysis.

Source: Connecticut Food Policy Council, Farm Fresh Summer Recipes

Plate of tortilla chips topped with red beans, chopped summer squash, tomatoes, sprinkled with shredded cheese.
Nutrition Information
Calories 90
Total Fat 1.5g
Saturated Fat 0.5g
Protein 6g
Sodium 95mg
Carbohydrates 16g
Added Sugar 0g
Fiber 6g