3 large tomatoes, seeded, chopped (3 cups)  

1 small green bell pepper, chopped (1/2 cup) 

 8 medium green onions, sliced (1/2 cup) 

 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped  

2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro  

1 tablespoon finely chopped jalapeño chile  

2 to 3 tablespoons lime juice 

 1/2 teaspoon salt