This Pineapple Salsa is a refreshing and delicious way to enjoy fresh pineapple. It has a sweet and tangy flavor with a hint of smoky spice from chipotle powder. It’s easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and it goes well with tacos, quesadillas, tostadas, or as an appetizer with tortilla chips. It’s also vegan and gluten-free.
This Pineapple Salsa is one of our favorite salsas because it has such a balanced and vibrant taste. The juicy pineapple complements the spicy chipotle, the fresh cilantro, the crunchy onion, and the zesty lime juice. Fresh pineapple is best for this recipe, but you can also use canned pineapple if you don’t have a fresh one.
You can make this salsa in minutes by chopping up the ingredients and tossing them in a bowl. It will keep in the fridge for up to 4 days, so you can make it ahead of time or enjoy the leftovers. We love serving this salsa with various dishes, such as:
- Mexican Rice with Sheet-Pan Veggies
- Spicy Mexican Oaxacan Bowl
- Mexican Breakfast Burrito Bowls!
- Mexican Short Rib Tacos
- Vegan Burrito Bowl w/ Creamy (Vegan) Cilantro Sauce
- Mole Black Beans
- Roasted Chile Relleno with Black Beans
- Amazing Black Bean Burgers (in under 30 mins)
You can also check out some other salsa recipes that we love, such as:
- Fresh Peach Salsa
- Pico de Gallo
- Persimmon Salsa!
- Fresh Tomatillo Salsa
- Avocado Salsa
This Pineapple Salsa with chipotle and cilantro is a perfect way to add some tropical flair to your meals. Let us know how you like it and what you pair it with.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, finely diced
- 1/3 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup white onion, finely diced
- 1 medium lime, juiced
- 1/4 teaspoon chipotle powder (for less spicy, substitute ancho chili powder)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cilantro, onion, lime juice, chipotle powder, and salt. Mix well and taste for seasoning. Adjust as needed.
- Refrigerate until ready to serve or enjoy right away.
- Serve with your favorite dishes or as an appetizer with tortilla chips.
