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    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa

    By Lauren on June 4, 2018, Updated July 27, 2021 16 Comments

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    Quick, crunchy, and simple. Isn't it a beautiful thing? But I have a question....

    Can food wear a cape?

    Because this Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa is flying in ready to rthe escue. Top off boring grilled chicken dinners or no-idea-what-to-make pot lucks this summer with sweet, fresh pineapple, crunchy bell peppers and just a touch of spicy jalapeño.

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa is perfect for a simple upgrade to summer dishes. Sweet fresh pineapple, crunchy bell peppers, and just a small jalapeño kick.

    Oh, hello Monday. We meet again...and perhaps maybe with a small boo hiss?

    Mondays are hard and therefore we shall keep things easy. And quick. While we're just approaching the season of all delicious fruit things, let's get the most of it while we can. Pineapple Salsa is just thing. With a serious load of possibilities.

    What to serve it with

    • Serve alongside Cilantro Lime Marinated Flank Steak or grilled chicken with this quick Instant Pot Rice from Platings and Pairings.
    • This Pan Seared Halibut from Sally's Baking Addiction has seriously been my addiction lately. It's so quick and easy, but I like to sauté the quinoa with this pineapple salsa instead of the tomato basil and olives in the original recipe.
    • Whip up simple Baja Fish Tacos from Wanderspice and top with pineapple salsa.

    Make Pineapple Salsa, put on your pajamas and open a bag of tortilla chips. Now that's my kind of Monday. Or, you know, bring it to that social gathering you said yes to in a moment of weakness.

    Are you hungry yet? Let's get chopping, this will be over before you even know it.

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa is perfect for a simple upgrade to summer dishes. Sweet fresh pineapple, crunchy bell peppers, and just a small jalapeño kick.

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa is perfect for a simple upgrade to summer dishes. Sweet fresh pineapple, crunchy bell peppers, and just a small jalapeño kick.

    Tips for making pineapple salsa

    So you don't have a pineapple just laying around the kitchen, huh? Me either. Buying a fresh fruit ingredient the day of can be risky, unless you're prepared with your pineapple buying tips, like the fruit buying boss that you are.

    Pineapple should have golden color around the base and around the eyelets on the skin of the fruit.

    Avoid buying a fully green pineapple, unless you happen to do really well when it comes to gambling.

    If the whole pineapple has some golden color top to bottom it's most likely the entire fruit is ripe and ready.

    When it comes to cutting the pineapple, rather than cutting off all the rough outer edges while holding a slippery pineapple, first cut in half, then in long strips. Carefully using a sharp knife cut the fruit from the skin and then chop into bite sized pieces.

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa is perfect for a simple upgrade to summer dishes. Sweet fresh pineapple, crunchy bell peppers, and just a small jalapeño kick.

    Now that the tough part's over, just chop up the remaining ingredients. Then throw them in a bowl and bust open that bag of chips and punch out. Kitchen's closed, we're busy relaxing and possibly sipping on a Watermelon Basil Marg while we close out another Monday.

    Did you make this recipe? Share your fresh fruit buying tips with us in the comments!

    Side note:  this recipe makes enough to feed a crowd which makes it perfect for summer barbecues. If you're a small family or just using it to top tacos, try cutting the recipe in half.

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa in a white bowl

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa

    Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa is perfect for a simple upgrade to summer dishes. Sweet fresh pineapple, crunchy bell peppers, and just a small jalapeño kick.
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    Course: Appetizers
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: fresh fruit salsa, fruit salsa recipes, pineapple salsa
    Prep Time: 15 minutes mins
    Total Time: 15 minutes mins
    Servings: 10 to 12 servings
    Calories: 53kcal
    Author: Lauren
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    Ingredients

    • 1 ripe pineapple (cut in small dice (¼" to ½" pieces))
    • 1 red pepper (cored and chopped small)
    • 1 green pepper (cored and chopped)
    • ¼ large red onion (finely chopped (about ½ cup))
    • 1 jalapeño (seeds removed and minced)
    • 2 tablespoons cilantro (finely minced)
    • 1 tablespoon lime juice
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt

    Instructions

    • Prepare ingredients.  When dicing the fruit and vegetables, keep in mind you want pieces small enough to get a little bit of everything on a chip.
    • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and serve.
    • Quick + Crunchy Pineapple Salsa will stay fresh for up to 3 days refrigerated in an air tight container.

    Notes

    This recipe makes enough to feed a crowd, if preparing for 2 to 4 people, it's recommended to cut in half or serve the leftovers within the next 3 days alongside another dish.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 53kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 60mg | Potassium: 154mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 490IU | Vitamin C: 70mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

      June 11, 2018 at 10:40 pm

      I love a good salsa recipe, but have never tried one with pineapple! I am intrigued! This looks so good 🙂

      Reply
    2. Eileen Kelly says

      June 11, 2018 at 1:18 pm

      My love of pineapple runs deep. Your pineapple salsa is amazing and also your recipe options to make alongside the salsa. Great crowd pleaser.

      Reply
    3. Heather says

      June 11, 2018 at 7:06 am

      Gorgeous and perfect! Love that you added the helpful tips and also how else to serve this salsa. Beautifully made

      Reply
    4. Claire | The Simple, Sweet Life says

      June 11, 2018 at 1:40 am

      I ADORE salsa, but I've never put pineapple in it. I bet it adds just the right amount of sweet to an otherwise tangy, spicy dish. Can't wait to give it a try!

      Reply
    5. Cindy says

      June 10, 2018 at 11:27 pm

      Looks amazing, thanks for the recipe. Do you think it'd work with canned pineapple chunks if I don't want to cut up an entire pineapple?

      Reply
    6. Stacey says

      June 10, 2018 at 11:24 pm

      This is gorgeous! I'm a sucker for salsa and this sounds incredible. Can't wait to make it!

      Reply
    7. Sam | Ahead of Thyme says

      June 10, 2018 at 10:24 am

      I have never tried pineapple salsa but this looks soo good, yum! Pinning to try later!

      Reply
    8. Kitty says

      June 08, 2018 at 9:17 pm

      I had fresh pineapple for a dinner we made this week, but I froze the leftovers. Will the salsa be too watery if I use the frozen pineapple?

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        June 11, 2018 at 7:34 am

        Hmm..you could always strain it first as it defrosts then use it. Or, I like to use my leftovers in stir fry with rice for a fun, sweet twist!

        Reply
    9. Ashley @ Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen says

      June 08, 2018 at 9:21 am

      Great tips for picking pineapple! It can be really tricky to find a good one when you're at the store. This sweet and spicy salsa looks like the perfect summer dish!

      Reply
    10. Leslie says

      June 07, 2018 at 9:59 pm

      The touch of jalepeno is the perfect counterpoint to the sweet acid of the pineapple. I bet this would be so delicious with ham.

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        June 11, 2018 at 7:34 am

        yum! I agree with the ham!

        Reply
    11. Jenni says

      June 07, 2018 at 9:11 pm

      Pineapple salsa is seriously the BEST! Love all there great ingredients here! I could totally finish off this entire bowl!

      Reply
    12. Kortney says

      June 07, 2018 at 2:59 pm

      Looks like the perfect thing for a summer bbq! I bet it would be great on a burger.

      Reply
      • Lauren says

        June 11, 2018 at 7:35 am

        That is a great idea!!

        Reply
    13. Kat Jeter says

      June 07, 2018 at 10:04 am

      Oh wow, I've made mango salsa, and strawberry salsa, but never pineapple. I am adding this to my Father's Day cookout menu. Can't wait to try it!

      Reply

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