Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a carotenoid with potent antioxidant and cancer-fighting properties. Lycopene protects cells from oxygen damage, fights colorectal, prostate, breast, endometrial, lung, and pancreatic cancers, and reduces your risk of heart disease. Studies have found that lycopene works synergistically with other phytonutrients in tomatoes to provide these benefits. Tomatoes are also an excellent source of vitamins C, A and vitamin K.
Try the following healthy recipe as a great summer condiment that can be served at any meal. Keep some on hand for cooking also. You will need:
6 medium tomatoes diced
1 medium onion diced
1/4 cup fresh chopped cilantro
2-4 serrano or jalapeno peppers, minced
pinch of garlic powder, pinch of salt
Combine all ingredients and let stand, cover and refrigerate leftovers.
*optional additions- diced cucumber, squeeze of lime.
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