Sikil Pac (ancient Mayan appetizer)
from http://www.yucatanadventure.com.mx/

Yaxkin Spa's Maya holistic therapist, Maria Hux, learned this ancient Mayan recipe from her ancestors; based on roasted baby acorn squash seeds, Sikil Pac was a Royal Treat among the Mayan. Nutritionist volunteers at the Xcalacoop Health Clinic find this appetizer to be a great way to boost the immune system with vitamins B & E along with anti-oxidants that help elders lower their blood pressure. Sikil Pac helps fight the cell damage caused by extreme stress and emotional pressure. This Mayan recipe truly works great as a gourmet appetizer and can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days without loosing its freshness.

250 grams or 1/4 lb. of peeled Organic, Roasted Acorn Squash Seeds
(you may substitute for any other squash seeds, if fresh, wash and roast 5 minutes, peel).
Three ripe organic limes (juice)
One petit red onion peeled and chopped
Two large vine-ripened red tomatoes
1/4 cup of chopped organic cilantro leaves (wash leaves with care!)
Half small ripe Habanero chile (optional, cut amount for mild salsa)
Pinch of crushed sea salt

Crush the roasted seeds into a fine paste. Mince tomato, chile (your choice), and red onion. Finely chop the cilantro leaves. Thoroughly mix all of the ingredients above with the lime juice in a clay bowl (glass will do) until it forms a smooth creamy paste. Add sea salt to taste. Let stand for 15 minutes to blend flavors; serve at room temperature as a healthy zesty topping to handmade corn tortillas, fried tortilla chips, or fresh celery sticks. If you not find Habanero chile in your area, use fresh serrano or jalapeño chile as a substitute.