Nightshade Free Salsa! (AIP Salsa)

We were invited to a BBQ this weekend. While I haven't started my Whole30 yet, I still have a few food rules I never break. I always, always avoid nightshades. 

What are nightshades? 

Nightshades are a family of plants (Solanaceae) that include:

• potatoes
• peppers
• tomatoes
• tomatillos
• eggplant
• goji berries

These plants contain a toxin that can cause joint pain and inflammation in people who are sensitive to it. Most people with autoimmune conditions notice a decrease in pain and inflammation when removing these foods from their diet.

 For me, it was a huge step forward in healing when I discovered I was sensitive to nightshades. 

So back to our BBQ and my dilemma. My hubby was asked to make his amazing salsa. Not wanting to miss out or feel deprived, I decided to try making my own nightshade free salsa. 

Here is the winning result.

Nightshade free Salsa (AIP Salsa)

• 1 Mango
• 1/2 medium Red Onion
• 7-8 Radishes (depending on size and how spicy you want your salsa to be)
• 1 bunch Cilantro
• 1/2 medium Jicama
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 lime, juiced
• Salt to taste

Chop mango, red onion, radishes, cilantro and jicama. 
Add minced garlic, lime juice and salt to mixture. 
Let mixture sit in the fridge for at least 30 minutes or over night!

Enjoy!