1 large tomato, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 green bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped
1 cup jicama strips (about 1" x 1/2")
1/4 cup coarsely chopped red onion
15oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 tbsp. fresh lime juice
1/2 cup bottled salsa
1/4 tsp. ground cumin
salt and pepper
shredded cheddar cheese
sour cream

Toss the tomato, bell pepper, jicama, onion, and beans together in a medium bowl. Add lime juice, salsa, cumin and salt and pepper to taste; toss again. Taste and adjust the seasoning.

Put in bowl with dollop of sour cream and shredded cheddar cheese for garnish.

Serve with baked chips.

Makes 3 cups.

Submitted by: Karen LaValley