Shanthi Appelö is a registered dietitian and health and wellness spokesperson for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan based in Detroit. Passionate about the science of nutrition and behavior, Shanthi has experience working in clinical nutrition, public health and teaching in the university setting. She earned her Master of Science in Public Health Nutrition from the University of Tennessee and has a research background in maternal and child health nutrition and public health, as well as a Certificate of Training in Obesity Interventions from the Commission on Dietetic Registration. In her free time, she enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, exploring the outdoors, working on art and spending time with family.
Classic Fresh Salsa

Serving Amount
Ingredients
6 Roma tomatoes, diced
1 jalapeño, seeds removed, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1⁄2 red onion, diced
Juice from 1 lime
1⁄4 cup cilantro, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic clove and allow to toast on both sides, until lightly browned. Allow to cool then finely chop.
Step 2
In a bowl, add all ingredients. Stir and allow flavors to develop for 15 minutes before serving.