Ingredients
16 oz bartlett pear, drained & chopped
1 cup tomato, chopped
4 oz chiles, green canned, chopped
1/4 cup scallion, chopped
1/4 cup bell pepper, green, chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp cilantro, chopped (opt)
1 1/2 tsp garlic salt
1 tsp oregano, crushed
1 small hot pepper sauce, bottle
Directions
Combine all ingredients; mix well. Refrigerate at least one hour.
Servings: 2 .5 cups
Pear Salsa Mexicano Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Appetizer; Dip; Mexican; Pear; Salsa
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