Vegetable Medley with Salsa Dip

Ingredients

• 2 medium carrots, cut into 3-inch sticks
• 2 medium celery stalks, cut into 3-inch sticks
• 1 cup green bell pepper — or other color
• 1 cup fat-free sour cream
• 1 cup fresh salsa (see recipe below)
• Fresh Salsa
• 1 lime, juiced
• 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
• 1/2 medium onion, chopped
• 3 jalapeno chiles, finely chopped, seeded if desired
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Wash hands with soap and water.
2. Arrange vegetables on a platter.
3. In a small bowl, mix sour cream and salsa.
4. Serve.
5. Fresh Salsa Preparation: In a medium bowl, mix lime juice, tomatoes, onions, jalapeño chiles, cilantro, and salt.
6. Store salsa in refrigerator for up to three days in a covered plastic or glass container.