Description
A vibrant, refreshing Strawberry Pineapple Salsa that combines sweet and tangy fruits with a spicy kick, perfect as a light appetizer or a flavorful topping for grilled dishes and snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, diced
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
Vegetables and Herbs
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Seasonings
- Juice of 1 lime
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the diced strawberries, diced pineapple, finely chopped red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- Add Lime and Salt: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the fruit and vegetable mixture, then sprinkle a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors.
- Toss Gently: Carefully toss all ingredients together to ensure they are evenly mixed without bruising the fruit.
- Let Flavors Meld: Allow the salsa to sit for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature so that the flavors combine beautifully.
- Serve or Store: Serve immediately as a fresh, zesty topping or refrigerate until ready to use, enjoying within 1-2 days for best freshness.
Notes
- Adjust the heat level by varying the amount of jalapeño according to your spice preference.
- For a sweeter salsa, add a drizzle of honey before serving.
- This salsa is excellent paired with grilled chicken, fish, or enjoyed with tortilla chips as a refreshing snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 35
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
