Description
This pineapple pico de gallo is a fresh, vibrant salsa that combines sweet pineapple with crisp vegetables, zesty lime, and a touch of heat. It’s quick to prepare and perfect as a topping or dip.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
1 red bell pepper, finely diced
1/2 small red onion, finely diced
1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeño, finely diced (seeds removed)
Juice of 1 lime
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Tajín, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Add diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro to a large bowl.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture.
- Add salt and black pepper, then stir until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime juice, salt, or pepper if needed.
- Sprinkle Tajín on top if desired.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
Use fresh pineapple for best flavor and texture, but canned can work if well drained.
Remove jalapeño seeds for less heat or keep them for extra spice.
Rinse red onion under cold water to mellow its flavor.
Add diced mango, peach, or avocado for variation.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Do not freeze, as texture will change.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
