CHEF JEFF -- ONE BYTE AT A TIME: Spicy Peach Salsa

Tomatoes and peppers pair well with fruit in this chip dip.

Spicy Peach Salsa

1½ cups peaches cut into small cubes

¼ medium red onion, cut into small cubes

¼ yellow, red or orange bell pepper, cut into small cubes

1 jalapeno or other similar-size hot chili, cored, seeded and minced

1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley

2 tablespoons fresh lime juice or rice vinegar

½ teaspoon ground cumin or chili powder (optional)

Kosher or sea salt, to taste

Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.

Let stand for 10 to 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

Yield: Serves 5.

Approximate nutritional analysis per serving: 25 calories, no fat, 1 gram protein, 6 grams carbohydrates, 4 grams sugar, 1 gram fiber, 20 milligrams sodium, 7 milligrams calcium.

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