Monterey Jack Salsa

Ingredients

• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
• 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
• 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
• 1/3 cup diced red onion
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, mix together the Monterey Jack cheese, jalapeño pepper, tomatoes, red onion, cilantro and lime juice.
2. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
3. Stir to combine ingredients.
4. Serve with tortilla chips or as a side dish.

Interesting Facts

• Monterey Jack cheese is a semi-hard cheese with a mild flavor.
• Jalapeno peppers are a type of chili pepper with a moderate to high heat level.
• Cilantro is an herb with a bright and fresh flavor.
• Lime juice is a tart and tangy citrus juice.