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Colorful Pineapple Avocado Salsa served in a bowl with fresh ingredients

Fresh Pineapple Avocado Salsa

A delightful, refreshing salsa combining juicy pineapple, creamy avocado, and zesty lime, perfect for gatherings and complementing a variety of dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 medium Pineapple Sweet and juicy base element; can substitute with mango for a tropical twist.
  • 1 cup Finely Chopped Red Onion Adds crunch and sweetness; soak in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow the flavor.
  • 2 pieces Jalapeños Brings in a kick! Remove seeds for milder salsa, or keep them for heat.
  • 1 medium Avocado Creamy texture enhances the salsa; replace with diced kiwi for a different flavor.
  • 1 piece Lime Zested and juiced to maximize brightness; lemon can be a substitute.
  • 1/3 cup Loosely Packed Cilantro Fresh herb that elevates the flavor; parsley works well too if you don’t like cilantro.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Enhances all flavors; sea salt is ideal, but regular salt works too.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Place the chopped red onion in a small bowl and cover with cold water. Set aside for 5 minutes. Drain and rinse to reduce its sharp flavor.
  2. For a milder salsa, remove the seeds and white membranes from both jalapeños before finely mincing. For those who enjoy the heat, leave some or all of the seeds intact.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, drained onion, minced jalapeños, lime zest, lime juice, cilantro, and salt. Toss well to mix, and adjust with additional salt as needed.
Serving
  1. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or as a fresh topping on your favorite tacos!

Notes

For best results, prepare this salsa a few hours before serving to let the flavors meld. Can also try adding a hint of chili powder or other ingredients like diced bell peppers or crumbled feta for variation. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days, and squeeze lime juice on avocado to prevent browning.