Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Salsa Recipe
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 cups
Description
This spicy pineapple jalapeño salsa is a vibrant and refreshing condiment, perfect for serving with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken. Adjust the heat to your liking by modifying the amount of jalapeño used.
Ingredients
Units
- 1 bell pepper (red), diced
- 1/2 pineapple, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup (240 ml) cilantro leaves, washed and roughly chopped
- 1 jalapeño, finely chopped (remove seeds for less heat)
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) red onion, finely chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced bell pepper, chopped pineapple, cilantro leaves, finely chopped jalapeño, and red onion.
- Squeeze the juice of one lime over the mixture and add salt to taste.
- Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Stir the salsa before serving. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or as a topping for fish or chicken.
Notes
- For a milder salsa, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before chopping.
- This salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- It’s a great topping for grilled meats or a flavorful addition to tacos.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Condiment
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 30
- Sugar: 6
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
- Cholesterol: 0
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I control the heat level from the jalapeño?
Remove the seeds from the jalapeño before chopping for a milder salsa. Leaving them in keeps the full heat. Because heat varies by jalapeño, taste a small piece before adding it — that’s a good idea regardless.
Why refrigerate the salsa for 2 hours before serving?
Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors — pineapple, lime juice, cilantro, red onion — to meld together. Serving it right away gives a sharper, more disjointed taste; the rest period softens and blends the components. Stir again before serving and serve chilled.
