Pineapple Salsa in a Pineapple Bowl Recipe
This vibrant Pineapple Salsa recipe combines sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors in a refreshing salsa served inside a hollowed pineapple bowl. Perfect as a tropical appetizer, side dish, or topping, this colorful salsa features diced pineapple, bell peppers, tomatoes, cilantro, red onion, lime juice, and optional jalapenos for a zesty kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Tropical/Caribbean-inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pineapple Bowl
- 1 whole pineapple (to use as the bowl)
For the Salsa
- 1 cup diced pineapple
- 1 cup diced bell peppers (any combination of red, orange, yellow or green peppers)
- 1 cup diced Roma tomatoes
- ⅓ cup chopped cilantro
- ¼ cup minced red onion
- 4 tbsp lime juice (about 2 limes or use bottled lime juice)
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ⅛ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp diced jalapenos (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pineapple Bowl: Cut about one-third off the pineapple from the top, leaving the stem attached to the larger piece. Make a vertical cut around the edge of the pineapple flesh and crosswise cuts inside to create chunks. Use a metal spoon to carefully loosen and scoop out the pineapple chunks, leaving a hollowed-out pineapple shell as the serving bowl. Pour out any excess juice from the bowl.
- Dice Pineapple Chunks: From the scooped-out pineapple, dice enough to make one cup of diced pineapple for the salsa. Save any remaining pineapple for another use.
- Mix the Salsa Ingredients: In a small mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, diced Roma tomatoes, diced bell peppers, minced red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and black pepper. If desired, add diced jalapenos for a spicy kick. Stir gently until all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Assemble and Serve: Transfer the prepared salsa into the hollowed pineapple shell. Serve immediately as a fresh and colorful appetizer or side dish.
- Store Leftovers: Any leftover salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For best results, chill the pineapple before preparing and serving the salsa to keep it cool and refreshing.
- The jalapeno is optional; omit if you prefer a mild salsa.
- Use any combination of bell peppers you like for a variety of colors and slight flavor differences.
- Make sure to remove all the pineapple chunks carefully to avoid damaging the peel, which serves as the bowl.
- This salsa pairs well with grilled meats, tacos, or as a dip with chips.
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