Ingredients
2 cup finely diced english cucumber, unpe, eled
2 cup diced peeled papaya or mango
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
2 tbsp white wine vinegar or lime juice
Directions
pepper
In bowl, combine cucumber, papaya, dill and vinegar. Season with
pepper to taste. Salsa can be prepared up to one day in advance;
drain liquid off before serving.
Origin: Canadian Living, February 1991. Shared by: Sharon Stevens
Servings: 6 servings
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Categories: Appetizer; Cucumber; Dip; Fruit; Mexican
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