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Melon Salsa Recipe

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The feshness and juiciness of the melon pairs wonderfully with the hot and spicy peppers in this great salsa.

Melon Salsa Recipe (+)

Directions

Combine the first 9 ingredients in a bowl.
In separate bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Whisk together and pour over first 9 ingredients, toss well.
Cover and refrigerate. Great when served with seafood or chicken dishes.

Container: large bowl

Prep Time: 30 minutes

Serving Description: total of 4 cups

Ingredients

-		1 1/2 cups cantaloupe, peeled and diced
-		1 1/2 cups honeydew, peeled and diced
-		1 mango, peeled and diced
-		1/2 cup green bell pepper, chopped fine
-		1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped fine
-		1/3 cup red onion, chopped fine
-		4 ounces diced green chilies or 2 jalapeño pepper, seeded and chopped fine
-		2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
-		1 clove garlic, minced or chopped fine
-		3 tablespoons fresh lime juice - squeezed from lime
-		1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
-		1 teaspoon canola oil
-		1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

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