Description
This Pineapple Salsa is the easy answer for fresh ideas when you want a quick simple snack or topping that still feels like the best part of the table. Sweet pineapple meets jalapeno red onion cilantro and lime for a healthy mix with bright flavor and a little heat. It is great for brunch party trays potluck bowls meal prep lunches or a fast weeknight dinner side and it comes together with simple steps and everyday ingredients.
Ingredients
- 3 cups diced fresh pineapple
- 1/3 cup finely diced red onion
- 1 small finely diced jalapeno
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Cut the pineapple into uneven bite sized cubes and finely dice the red onion and jalapeno and roughly chop the cilantro. The mixture starts as separate bright pieces with juicy yellow fruit crisp purple onion and scattered green bits that all look distinct and naturally irregular.
- Spread the pineapple pieces so they sit in a loose layer and let the edges deepen in color. The fruit changes from pale juicy yellow to glossy golden yellow with scattered browned spots and a slightly softened surface that looks sweeter and more concentrated.
- Add the warm pineapple to the onion jalapeno and cilantro so the colors start to mingle. You now see softened yellow fruit against crisp purple and green pieces with the herbs clinging to the pineapple and the pile looking more mixed and lively than before.
- Pour in the lime juice and add the lime zest honey salt and black pepper then fold until everything looks lightly coated. The salsa turns glossier and slightly looser with shiny juices pooling lightly between the pieces and the fruit and vegetables looking fully seasoned instead of dry and separate.
- Spoon the salsa onto a white plate or serving bowl and let the pieces fall where they land for a casual homemade look. The final dish shows charred edges glossy juice crisp herbs and uneven textures with bright color contrast and a fresh finish that looks ready for the table.
Notes
Pro Tips:
- Use ripe pineapple for the sweetest flavor and the juiciest texture.
- Leave some pineapple pieces slightly larger so the salsa feels hearty.
- Finely dice the jalapeno so the heat spreads evenly through the mix.
- Let the salsa sit for 10 minutes before serving so the flavors blend together.
Storage: Store the salsa in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The juices will build as it rests and the flavors will become a little deeper and brighter. Give it a gentle stir before serving so the fruit and herbs are evenly redistributed. For the freshest texture it is best enjoyed on the first day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving