Pineapple Salsa Sweet Spicy (Printable)
Sweet-and-spicy pineapple salsa with cilantro, lime, and jalapeño—perfect for chips or as a vibrant topping.
# What You Need:
→ Fruits
01 - 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced (about 1 small pineapple)
02 - 1 medium ripe tomato, diced
→ Vegetables
03 - 1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
04 - 1 small red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1 small jalapeño, seeded and finely chopped
→ Herbs & Seasoning
06 - 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
07 - Juice of 1 lime
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
# How to Make It:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine diced pineapple, tomato, red onion, bell pepper, and jalapeño.
02 - Incorporate chopped cilantro, freshly squeezed lime juice, sea salt, and black pepper into the bowl.
03 - Gently toss all components together with a spoon or spatula until evenly distributed.
04 - Taste and, if necessary, adjust salt or add extra lime juice according to preference.
05 - Cover bowl and refrigerate mixture for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
06 - Serve chilled as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats, fish, or tacos.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- Uses only fresh produce you can find at any grocery store
- Ready in just fifteen minutes and requires no cooking at all
- Vegan gluten free and dairy free so almost everyone can enjoy it
- Totally customizable for spice level and herb swaps
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- This recipe has no major allergens and is both vegan and gluten free
- Pineapple salsa can be made up to a day ahead and just gets better as it chills
- Pairs incredibly well with seafood grilled chicken or as a fresh taco topping
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- For the brightest salsa use fresh lime juice and do not skip letting it rest in the fridge to meld flavors
- Always taste before serving a dash more salt or a squeeze more lime can transform the salsa from good to unforgettable
- Wear gloves when handling jalapeno if sensitive and dice everything in similar sizes for the most appealing presentation