1 tomato, finely chopped and well drained
1 onion, finely chopped
5-10 cilantro leaves, finely chopped or 1/4 tsp. cilantro leaves
1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped and seeded

If chopping fresh jalapeno peppers, cover hands with plastic gloves or plastic bags.

Can substitute above ingredients with 1 (15 oz.) can Mexican style tomatoes, well drained, and finely chopped with 1/4 teaspoon of chili pepper powder or black pepper powder.

Mix tomato, onion, cilantro and pepper into 3 cup serving bowl. Chill thoroughly. Prior to serving, squeeze lemon into salsa and mix.

Serve with tortilla chips, corn bread sticks, pita bread slices, other plain chips or as a side sauce for eggs, fish, chicken, pork or beef dishes. Use 1/4 lemon to squeeze over top.