Fresh Pineapple Salsa
Brighten up your table with the zesty and vibrant flavors of Fresh Pineapple Salsa, a refreshing twist on a classic salsa that’s bursting with tropical goodness. This crowd-pleasing recipe features juicy, sweet pineapple balanced by the crisp crunch of red bell peppers and the subtle heat of jalapeño pepper. Red onion adds a sharp bite, while fresh cilantro and lime juice infuse a fragrant, citrusy brightness. Perfect as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for grilled chicken or fish, or a refreshing side for your favorite tacos, this quick and easy salsa comes together in just 15 minutes and is sure to impress. Add a pop of color and flavor to your next gathering with this irresistible pineapple salsa—it's gluten-free, vegan, and packed with wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium (about 2 cups diced) fresh pineapple
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 small red onion
- 1 large jalapeño pepper
- 0.25 cup cilantro leaves
- 1 medium lime
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Begin by preparing the pineapple. Cut off the top and bottom, then slice off the skin, being careful to remove the eyes. Dice the pineapple into small, bite-sized pieces and add it to a mixing bowl.
Next, dice the red bell pepper, removing the stem, seeds, and white membrane. Add the diced pepper to the bowl with the pineapple.
Finely chop the red onion. If you prefer a milder onion taste, rinse the chopped onion under cold running water for a few seconds. Add the onion to the mixing bowl.
Carefully slice the jalapeño pepper in half, remove the seeds and membrane (or leave some for extra heat), and finely chop it. Add the jalapeño to the bowl.
Roughly chop the cilantro leaves and stir them into the mixture.
Zest the lime and then juice it. Add both the zest and juice to the salad for extra citrus flavor.
Season the salsa with salt and black pepper. Gently stir the mixture until all ingredients are combined and coated with lime juice.
Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one day to allow flavors to meld further.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.6 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.1 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 44.8 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 149 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1260 mg | 27% | |
*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.
