Easy Pineapple Salsa

This easy-peasy, no-fuss pineapple salsa barely takes any time to put together. It’s perfect as a side dish, enjoyed on its own, and makes for a great addition to parties and potlucks!

Loaded with fresh pineapple, this fruit salsa is the perfect combination of sweet and tart. Perfect for serving over some protein or as an appetizer with chips, you won’t be able to get enough of this flavorful pineapple salsa.

 

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• You only need four ingredients to make this pineapple salsa!
• It makes for a refreshing addition to any meal.
• It holds up well in the fridge, making it perfect for making ahead of time for parties and gatherings.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• pineapple — when buying a pineapple at the grocery store, be sure to select one with vibrant green leaves and a golden yellow color on the body. A ripe pineapple should have a sweet, fragrant aroma and give a little when squeezed. If it’s too firm, it’s not ripe yet. Give it a few more days on your kitchen counter. If you can’t find a ripe pineapple or don’t have time for it to ripen, you can always buy peeled and cored pineapples from the pre-cut fruit section at the store.
• cilantro — if you think cilantro tastes like soap, you can skip it. No hard feelings!
• red onion — red onions have a milder flavor compared to other onion varieties like white or yellow onions. You can also use shallots if you prefer.
• lime — fresh lime is a must. It adds such a bright, tart flavor that bottled lime juice just doesn’t replicate. You can also juice a lemon if you don’t have a lime.

How to Make Pineapple Salsa

• In a bowl, mix together the diced pineapple, red onions, cilantro, and lime juice.
• Cover and chill in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes (or longer) before serving.

Recipe Tips and Notes

• Try to cut everything at a similar size so you get a little bit of everything with each bite. The small cuts also help the flavors meld together while they chill.
• Got leftover pineapple? Use it in this pineapple banana smoothie!
• I keep my limes in the fridge so I always bring it out to room temperature before juicing so it’s easier. I also roll in on the counter to loosen up the juices.
• Make sure the pineapple is ripe! It might be tempting to not wait the extra couple of days but underripe pineapple can be sour instead of sweet and juicy.
• I cut my pineapple into rings before dicing the rings into small bite-sized pieces.

Make Ahead Tips

• Meal prep: store the pineapple salsa in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
• Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing this salsa.

What to Serve with Pineapple Salsa

• Instant Pot Chicken Tinga
• Instant Pot Carnitas (Slow Cooker Carnitas)
• Instant Pot Cilantro Lime Salsa Chicken
• Grilled Lemon Pepper Chicken
• Grilled Buffalo Chicken
• Air Fryer Shrimp Tacos
• Air Fryer Fish Tacos
• Cilantro Lime Chicken Tacos
• Grilled Chicken Breasts
• Air Fryer BBQ Chicken Thighs

Add-In Suggestions

This fresh pineapple salsa is super simple which means it makes for the perfect base for add-ons for when you want to change things up! Here are some ideas:

• Add in diced jalapeños (remove the seeds if you don’t want it to be too hot)
• Add in corn
• Add in diced bell peppers
• Add some black beans
• Add diced mangoes

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