Fresh Pineapple Salsa is an incredibly easy recipe that wows both in flavor, and it’s colorful presentation. With a few simple ingredients, you have a healthy snack, appetizer, or recipe topper that’s not only flavorful; it’s light and 100% delicious!
If you’re a fan of pineapple, also try Pineapple Cucumber Salad!
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Delicious Pineapple Salsa Recipe
Hello, fresh flavors! This delicious Pineapple Salsa Recipe is so simple to make. Like 1-minute easy! Plus, it’s got the irresistible combination of sweet and spicy.
Definitely, a healthy way to snack or entertain.
And, it’s light, so perfect for warm weather snacking and relaxing with friends. Kinda like this Strawberry Balsamic Flatbread and Pineapple Meatballs Skewers, we also like to make this time of year! Yum!
Grab some chips, and you’re ready to get dippin’!
PS – this is a gluten-free recipe.
Ingredients for Pineapple Jalapeno Salsa
Fresh, tropical pineapple is one of those foods that makes your mouth water. Sweet with a little tang. Paired with tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapeño peppers, it really shines.
Pineapple – fresh ripe pineapple is best.
Tomatoes – we like the taste and texture of Roma tomatoes, but other firm varieties will work.
Red Onion – is our favorite, but a sweet onion is a nice alternative.
Cilantro – finely chopped. Fresh parsley can be substituted if you like.
Fresh Garlic – minced. This gives the recipe a kick of flavor.
Jalapeño Pepper – this gives the recipe its kick and is optional if you want to leave it out.
Lime Juice – freshly squeezed if you have it. However, bottled lime juice will work in a pinch.
Salt and Pepper – to taste.
How To Make Pineapple Salsa
This recipe is pretty darn simple to make, no special kitchen skills required! If you leave out the jalapeño pepper, it’s very family friendly.
Of course, we’re going under the assumption you have enough fresh, ripe pineapple, and no one around your house got to it first!
Step 1 – Chop Ingredients
First, wash and then dice up your pineapple, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion and jalapeño.
Tip: For ease, use a garlic press to mince the fresh garlic.
Step 2 – Mix Ingredients
Now, in a large mixing bowl, combine chopped pineapple, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Drizzle with lime juice and toss to coat evenly.
Tip: When using freshly squeezed lime juice, warm the limes in the microwave for 15-20 seconds to get the most juice out of them.
See, totally simple!
Tips for Making Fresh Pineapple Salsa
- Due to the high water content, we don’t recommend frozen or canned pineapple.
- Fresh Pineapple Salsa will keep in the refrigerator for about 5 days. However, it will become more watery the longer it’s left.
- This recipe is a great make-ahead. You can prepare it in advance, refrigerate, and bring it out when ready to serve. We prefer it the next day.
- Make any necessary flavor tweaks based on personal preference—for example, more salt or adding a pinch of sugar if you want your salsa slightly sweeter.
Serving Tip
If you’re looking to use the rest of your pineapple, start by cutting it lengthwise, just to the side of the top, and hollow it out to be used as a serving bowl.
Perfect for wowing guests and saving on dishwashing!
What to Serve with Pineapple Salsa
Of course, you can use pineapple salsa as a dip with tortilla chips or corn chips, but there are many other ways to use it!
Use your salsa on:
- Grilled meat like chicken, beef, or fish.
- It’s also incredible on pulled pork tacos!
What Else Can I add to Pineapple Salsa?
Try adding diced mangos, diced cucumbers, diced red bell pepper, black beans, diced sweet onions (instead of red onion), avocado, diced green onions, or even corn.
If you like your salsa really spicy, try habanero peppers instead of jalapeño peppers. Just dice them very small.
How to Tell if Your Pineapple is Ripe?
- You should be able to smell the distinctive sweet pineapple smell when you put your nose close to the bottom of the fruit.
- The pineapple should “give” slightly when squeezed gently, but not have any mushy spots.
- It should also have nice green leaves.
Tip: In a hurry? No worries! Buy pre-cut fresh pineapple from the produce department at the grocery store and dice it up yourself. It’s more expensive this way, but a lot faster.
Other Light Recipes
Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Homemade Hummus
Roasted Red Pepper Dip
Tools Needed to Make Pineapple Salsa
Knife – a good set of kitchen knives is your best friend. We’ve had this one for years.
Garlic Press – you’ll use this kitchen gadget again and again.
Cutting Board – you’ll likely use this every time you cook, so get one that will last and that’s non-toxic.
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This recipe originally appeared on Real Housemoms
10-Minute Pineapple Salsa Recipe
Equipment
- knife
- Bowl
- cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 large pineapple (diced)
- 5 Roma tomatoes (seeded and diced)
- 1/2 cup cilantro (finely chopped)
- 1/2 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2 jalapeño peppers (seeded and finely chopped -optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped pineapple, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, garlic, and jalapeños. Drizzle with lime juice and toss to coat evenly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Allow flavors to blend at room temperature for 30 minutes, or chill until ready to serve. Goes well with tortilla chips or over grilled chicken or fish.
Notes
- Due to the high water content, we don’t recommend frozen or canned pineapple.
- Fresh Pineapple Salsa will keep in the refrigerator for about 5 days. However, it will become more watery the longer it’s left.
- This recipe is a great make-ahead. You can prepare it in advance, refrigerate, and bring it out when ready to serve. We prefer it the next day.
- Make any necessary flavor tweaks based on personal preference—for example, more salt or adding a pinch of sugar if you want your salsa slightly sweeter.
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Beth says
This looks so delicious! My husband and I are always looking for a new dip to try! We can’t wait to try this one!
Erin Henry says
Sweet, yet spicy, you can’t go wrong with this one, Beth! Enjoy!
Natalie says
Addicting & so tasty!! This is delicious alone with chips or we love it on tacos! So yummy!
Erin Henry says
Yes, as a taco topper, it’s wonderful. The perfect summer recipe.
Jessica says
Thank you so much for this recipe! It was absolutely delicious!
Erin Henry says
Glad you like it, Jessica! It’s a favorite around our house!