This is the best Pineapple Salsa recipe if you want something bright, fresh, and just the right amount of spicy. This simple, no-cook recipe is mixed in one bowl and tastes like a tropical version of regular salsa. Making this homemade salsa from scratch will have you ditching the store-bought jar for good!
Looking for more salsa recipes? Try my Salsa Verde or Canned Tomato Salsa next!
About This Recipe
If you're lucky enough to have a fresh pineapple sitting on your counter right now, this pineapple salsa is a super-easy, super-delicious condiment you can throw together in minutes. And if you don'tโฆ. well, start the car and get to the grocery store cause I know this is going to be your new favorite recipe!
This pineapple salsa is sweet, tangy, juicy, and zesty. It's got a punchy kick from jalapeno and a burst of freshness from the lime and cilantro. It pairs well with tortilla chips, tacos, grilled fish, and so much more. Plus, it's so simple to make. All you do is mix the ingredients together in a bowl, and you're done.
The most common question I get about this recipe is whether it's spicy or not. The short answer is... not really! This recipe has one jalapeno, but I don't find it overly spicy at all. That said, you can omit the jalapeno if you are spice-adverse. When I first developed this recipe, I tested it many times to find the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and spicy, so I think it's great as is.
Key Ingredients
Pineapple: You'll need one medium pineapple, skinned, cored, and diced small. Fresh pineapple is essential here. Canned pineapples won't give you the same fresh flavor. Pre-cut pineapple from the grocery store works for a quick and easy option.
Red bell pepper: Adds a refreshing, sweet crunch. You could swap in an orange or yellow bell pepper for a similar sweetness.
Jalapeno: Brings a bit of heat. For a milder heat, remove the seeds and white piths before dicing because that's where most of the spiciness comes from. Or, you can just leave out the jalapeno for zero spice.
Red onion: Adds a sharp, savory bite to balance out all that sweetness. If raw onion is too intense for you, soak the diced onion in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain it. This will mellow the pungency.
Cilantro: Brings so much freshness to the salsa! If you're one of those people who think cilantro tastes like soap (it's a real genetic thing!), you can use fresh flat-leaf parsley for that herby flavor instead.
Fresh lime juice: Always use fresh lime juice, not the bottled stuffed. You'll need about 2 small limes for 3 tablespoons.
Salt: Makes all the flavors pop.
Instructions
STEP 1: In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple, bell pepper, jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Will keep for 5 days.
๐ Recipe
Pineapple Salsa
Ingredients
- 1 medium pineapple (skinned, cored, and diced small)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (finely diced)
- 1 medium jalapeno (finely diced)
- ยฝ small red onion (finely diced)
- ยฝ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice (2 small)
- salt (to taste)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the pineapple, bell pepper, jalapeno, red onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
- Chill in the fridge until ready to serve. Will keep for 5 days.
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