Papaya & Vegetable Salsa

1 lg Papaya; peeled, seeded,

-- finely chopped 1 c Seeded tomatoes

-- (finely chopped) 1/2 c Peeled seeded cucumber

-- (finely chopped) 1/4 c Finely chopped green onion

3 tb Fresh lime juice

1 tb Chopped fresh cilantro

1 tb Seeded jalapeno chili

-- (finely chopped) Low-fat tortilla chips Here's a pretty and fresh-tasting salsa that is great with low-fat tortilla chips. Celery sticks and bell pepper strips also make good, healthful 'scoops". DIRECTIONS: =========== Combine first 7 ingredients in medium bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate.) Let stand at room temperature 30 minutes before serving. Serve with tortilla chips. Per 2-tablespoon serving: calories, 10; fat, 0; sodium, 2 mg; cholesterol, 0

Source: Richard Sax and Marie Simmons in: Bon Appetit (June 1993) Typed for you by Karen Mintzias