This easy pineapple salsa recipe brings finely chopped fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeno together with a bit of fresh lime juice and a generous helping of chopped fresh cilantro. It takes just a few minutes to prepare, and it tastes so good. Enjoy it as a salad or appetizer. I love to serve it over freshly grilled pork, chicken, fish, tacos, or with crisp tortilla chips.
Why this recipe works
- Homemade salsa is so fresh. Bring nature’s bounty into the kitchen with this delicious salsa. There is nothing artificial here. Just all-natural goodness and flavor.
- Quick and easy is the name of the game here. Just a little chopping, mincing, and juicing. Even a new cook can master this recipe.
- It tastes delicious over chicken, fish, shrimp, eggs, grits, tacos, fajitas, and burrito bowls.
- If you love this salsa, you must try my Pico de Gallo, black bean and corn salsa, and mango salsa.
How to Make Pineapple Salsa
In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, minced jalapeno, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper, and, if desired, a little ground ginger. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Helpful Recipe Tips
- If desired, use the outside of the pineapple as a serving dish. See here on How to Make a Pineapple Bowl.
- I can not recommend using canned pineapple with this recipe. After all, fresh pineapple is the star of the show here.
- Dice, chop, and mince everything into small pieces. You should get a little bit of everything in every bite.
- I do not recommend a food processor for this salsa. You will get a much better result with a sharp knife and cutting board, and less cleanup too.
- The jalapeño does not add much heat. With just a little patience and understanding, you too, can pick jalapeños that are flavorful, mild, and not so darn tooting hot. Look for the younger peppers that are smooth and green all over with no striations or blemishes. The young green peppers are less stressed and milder. Stay away from peppers with white lines, flecks, and red ones, as these peppers are older and hotter.
- Use any color of bell pepper that you like. I personally like the red ones with this recipe as they are sweeter.
- The ginger is optional, but I really think that it lends a nice gentle kick and fiery taste with a delicious aroma.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
What to Serve with Pineapple Salsa
- Grilled Chicken
- Baked or Grilled Fish
- Grilled or Sauteed Shrimp
- Chicken or Shrimp Tacos
- Cheese, Chicken, or Shrimp Quesadillas
- Scrambled Eggs or Omelettes
- Chicken, Beef, or Shrimp Fajitas
- Burrito Bowls
More salsa recipes
Fresh Pineapple Salsa
This tasty, quick, and easy Pineapple Salsa is great over grilled chicken, fish, shrimp, tacos, quesadillas, burritos, omelets, and turkey tenderloins.
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Servings: 3 cups
Calories: 81kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely diced pineapple
- 1 small red bell pepper chopped
- ¼ cup minced red onion
- 2-3 tablespoons minced jalapeno
- ⅓ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lime juiced
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon ground ginger optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, minced jalapeno, and cilantro. Drizzle with lime juice and toss to coat.
- Season with salt, pepper, and, if desired, a little ground ginger.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
- If desired, use the outside of the pineapple as a serving dish. See here on How to Make a Pineapple Bowl.
- I can not recommend using canned pineapple with this recipe. After all, fresh pineapple is the star of the show here.
- Dice, chop, and mince everything into small pieces. You should get a little bit of everything in every bite.
- I do not recommend a food processor for this salsa. You will get a much better result with a sharp knife and cutting board, and less cleanup too.
- The jalapeño does not add much heat. With just a little patience and understanding, you too, can pick jalapeños that are flavorful, mild, and not so darn tooting hot. Look for the younger peppers that are smooth and green all over with no striations or blemishes. The young green peppers are less stressed and milder. Stay away from peppers with white lines, flecks, and red ones, as these peppers are older and hotter.
- Use any color of bell pepper that you like. I personally like the red ones with this recipe as they are sweeter.
- The ginger is optional, but I really think that it lends a nice gentle kick and fiery taste with a delicious aroma.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 81kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 199mg | Potassium: 283mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 1546IU | Vitamin C: 123mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg
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Casey
I love how you’ve balanced the flavors and textures so perfectly in this recipe. It’s such a refreshing burst of sweetness and tanginess!
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Casey!
Chenee
I’m in love with the colors of this recipe, and a hollowed out pineapple bowl is perfect! I’m definitely going to give it a try at my next backyard BBQ.
Kim
I never would’ve thought to put pineapple in salsa, but I’m so glad I tried it! It was absolutely the most delicious thing I’ve ever tasted!
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Kim! I am so glad that you tried it.
Michele
Easy and yummy salsa recipe! I topped it on salmon last night and everybody cleaned up their plates! Big win! THANK YOU!
Beth Pierce
The pleasure is all mine, Michelle!
Elizabeth
Delicious! I like this twist on traditional salsa. This was great for my pre-holiday party. Everyone loved it.
Shane
This is my new favorite salsa recipe. So much flavor and so easy to make. Delicious on so many things. Super yummy on your grilled pork tenderloin recipe. Thanks for sharing!
Sammie
This pineapple salsa sounds absolutely delicious! I love the combination of sweet pineapple with spicy jalapeno and the freshness of cilantro. It’s great to hear that it’s so easy to prepare too. I imagine it would be the perfect topping for grilled chicken or fish or even a dip with some crispy tortilla chips. I definitely need to try making this soon!
Nikki
Wow! This looks absolutely delicious and tasty! Can’t wait to try this recipe
Zab
Quick, refreshing, and delicious. My husband loved the salsa. I will make it again.
Ntensibe Edgar
Hhhhmmmmm….this is a recipe I look forward to trying out. I’ve never used the hard outer frame of a pineapple as a serving dish! It looks good in my mind already!
Marysa
This looks like an interesting twist on salsa. It is nice to have a variety of different recipes to try out this summer for when we have guests.
Dana
This pineapple salsa was amazing and is perfect for the summer. We enjoyed it with some fresh grilled fish!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Dana! It is so yummy with grilled salmon.
Moni
Great salsa recipe. One of my favorites! Try it with homemade tortilla chips! You won’t be disappointed.
Debbie
This is such a refreshing treat poolside for the summer. I enjoy how easy this pineapple salsa is to make, too! Can’t wait to make it again. It was a real hit.
Mandy Carter
You had me at PINEAPPLE!!! What a fantastic summer cookout dish to bring for some nice color and flavor on the table!
Stephanie
I love pineapple, it’s one of my favorite fruits, but I never though about trying it in a salsa like this! I’ll have to try it soon (without the jalapenos for my family) because I think we will all enjoy this.
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Stephanie! Enjoy the pineapple salsa!