Fire and Ice Salsa
Ignite your taste buds with the perfect balance of sweet and spicy in this Fire and Ice Salsa, a vibrant and refreshing twist on classic salsa recipes. Bursting with tropical flavors from juicy fresh pineapple and ripe mango, this zesty dip is elevated by the crunch of red bell pepper, the kick of finely minced jalapeño, and the aromatic freshness of cilantro. A drizzle of honey and a splash of lime juice tie it all together, creating a tantalizing balance of heat, sweetness, and acidity. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this salsa is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for summer barbecues, taco nights, or as a chilled appetizer paired with crisp tortilla chips. Whether you're craving bold heat or cooling freshness, this fruit-forward salsa delivers a sensational flavor fusion that lives up to its fiery name!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole (medium, peeled, cored, and diced) fresh pineapple
- 1 large (peeled, pitted, and diced) mango
- 1 large (diced) red bell pepper
- 2 small (seeded and finely minced) jalapeño pepper
- 0.5 medium (finely diced) red onion
- 0.5 cup (fresh, chopped) cilantro
- 2 whole (juiced) lime
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the fresh pineapple into small, bite-sized pieces. Transfer them into a large mixing bowl.
Peel the mango, remove the pit, and dice the flesh into similar-sized pieces as the pineapple. Add to the mixing bowl.
Dice the red bell pepper finely, removing the core and seeds. Add to the bowl.
Carefully slice the jalapeño peppers in half, remove the seeds for less spice if desired, and finely mince. Add the jalapeños to the mixture.
Finely dice half of a medium-sized red onion and mix it into the bowl.
Chop the fresh cilantro leaves until you have about half a cup. Add to the salsa mixture.
Juice two limes and add the fresh lime juice to the bowl, ensuring the ingredients are well-coated with acidity.
Drizzle one tablespoon of honey over the mixture to balance the heat and add a hint of sweetness.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the salsa, then gently toss all ingredients together to combine thoroughly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed (add more lime juice, salt, or honey to taste).
Serve immediately with tortilla chips or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. The salsa tastes better when served chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
481 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1198 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.4 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 91.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.3 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1373 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
