Easy Pineapple Salsa that is easy to make.
This is the perfect recipe to go with backyard barbecues and gatherings.
Easy Pineapple Salsa
When I say that this recipe for pineapple salsa is ‘easy’ I mean it.
Being easy is just one more reason to make this recipe (in my opinion).
Have you tried my Simple and Delicious Shepherd’s Salad yet?
That recipe is another easy recipe that may work well when you serve this recipe.
Both recipes feature fresh summer produce and are easy to make!
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People like to ask what is so great about Pineapple Salsa?
I like to think of pineapple salsa as a complement of opposite flavors.
Pineapple is the base of this salsa which means that there is sweet with possible a bit of tang to work with.
The ingredients that are added with the pineapple to this recipe are a lot like the ingredients added to a regular tomato based salsa.
Adding chopped onions, peppers, garlic, and even cilantro is common with a pineapple salsa recipe.
These ingredients really do help balance and enhance the sweet flavor of the pineapple too!
Here is how to serve pineapple salsa.
You can really serve pineapple salsa by itself as an easy side dish.
Pineapple salsa works great with Hawaiian barbecued chicken or ham.
Leftover pineapple salsa can be used in other dishes.
I like pineapple salsa with shrimp tacos although, it would probably taste good with other seafood dishes too.
Folks who enjoy a Hawaiian style pizza can also enjoy this recipe with their pizza.
Tips for making this easy salsa recipe.
I just mentioned that this recipe can be serve on the side or as part of other recipes.
Also mentioned, adding chopped onions, peppers, garlic, and even cilantro is common with a pineapple salsa recipe.
Here are some more great tips for you.
- Just as with so many other salsa recipes, this one works great as a dip along with some chips.
- This recipe also works great with chopped mango. Simply replace the pineapple with the mango or add the mago along with the pineapple.
- Grilling your pineapple before cutting it up into bite size pieces can really add some great flavor to your salsa. Just make sure that your pineapple does not get soft.
- I am adding an option for chili peppers to this recipe. This is because there are some folks who really enjoy the balance of flavors so much that they crave even more of it!
Here is how to cut up your pineapple for this recipe.
I am assuming that you are using a fresh pineapple to use in this recipe rather than using a canned pineapple.
When I cut up a pineapple I start by cutting off the top and the bottom first by lying the pineapple on its side.
After you remove the top and the bottom from the pineapple you can cut off the rind or skin.
Slice the remaining meat of the pineapple in half and then half the halves again (four pieces at this point).
Now you can slice the pineapple into one to one and a half inch chunks for this recipe.
How to store your pineapple salsa.
As long as the ingredients are fresh when the salsa is made, it should keep for up to six days.
Simply store the salsa in a sealed container in the refrigerator.
By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.
- Easy Italian Baked Chicken
- Roasted Beetroot and Feta Salad.
- Avocado and Chocolate Fudge.
- Lemon Ricotta Cake for Mediterranean Diet.
- Make a Healthier Carrot Cake.
- The Best Easy Italian Bruschetta.
- How to Follow the Mediterranean Diet.
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Easy Pineapple Salsa
Easy Pineapple Salsa
Earlier I mentioned how to prepare your pineapple for this recipe.
Use a fresh pineapple rather than a canned version for this recipe.
When I cut up a pineapple I start by cutting off the top and the bottom first by lying the pineapple on its side.
After you remove the top and the bottom from the pineapple you can cut off the rind or skin.
Slice the remaining meat of the pineapple in half and then half the halves again (four pieces at this point).
Now you can slice the pineapple into one to one and a half inch chunks for this recipe.
Ingredients needed to make an easy pineapple salsa.
- Pineapple- 1. Prepare your pineapple by peeling it and then chopping it into 1 – 1 ½ inch pieces (bite size).
- Onion- ¼ cup chopped. I like red onion for this recipe.
- Red Bell Pepper- ½ cup diced or chopped. Feel free to use ¼ cup red and ¼ cup green or other color pepper instead of all red.
- Lime Juice– 1 tablespoon.
- Cilantro- ¼ cup chopped.
- Optional- hot peppers (chili, jalapeno, etc)- as desired, chopped.
- Seasonings as desired.
How to Make this Easy Pineapple Salsa
- Prepare your pineapple as indicated above (remove the skin and chop into bite sized pieces).
- Also prepare the other ingredients as indicated above (dicing and chopping).
- In a large bowl (I like a large bowl with a lid), toss together the pineapple, onion, and peppers in the lime juice.
- Add any desired seasonings and the cilantro.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
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Make this fresh and Easy Pineapple Salsa recipe that is Mediterranean diet, vegan, and vegetarian for your next gathering or snack.
Easy Pineapple Salsa
Equipment
Ingredients
- Pineapple- 1. Prepare your pineapple by peeling it and then chopping it into 1 – 1 ½ inch pieces bite size.
- Onion- ¼ cup chopped. I like red onion for this recipe.
- Red Bell Pepper- ½ cup diced or chopped. Feel free to use ¼ cup red and ¼ cup green or other color pepper instead of all red.
- Lime Juice– 1 tablespoon.
- Cilantro- ¼ cup chopped.
- Optional- hot peppers chili, jalapeno, etc- as desired, chopped.
- Seasonings as desired.
Instructions
- Prepare your pineapple as indicated above (remove the skin and chop into bite sized pieces).
- Also prepare the other ingredients as indicated above (dicing and chopping).
- In a large bowl (I like a large bowl with a lid), toss together the pineapple, onion, and peppers in the lime juice.
- Add any desired seasonings and the cilantro.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
Recipe Notes
When I cut up a pineapple I start by cutting off the top and the bottom first by lying the pineapple on its side. After you remove the top and the bottom from the pineapple you can cut off the rind or skin. Slice the remaining meat of the pineapple in half and then half the halves again (four pieces at this point).
Now you can slice the pineapple into one to one and a half inch chunks for this recipe. Add honey to sweeten this if you find that your pineapple is tart.
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Nutrition
Please note: Nutritional data has been calculated using a tool that comes with this recipe card and not by me. This means that Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that you use. The accuracy of this tool may differ from other tools as expected. Also note that there is no instructional value to the video that may be attached to this recipe. It is only there for visual pleasure. For more information about the images in this recipe, please refer the the recipe instructions. Thank you!
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