Pineapple-Mint Salsa
Having a couple of simple and versatile fresh salsas in your summer recipe repertoire can add a lot to a meal featuring grilled meats or fish. This recipe, combines fresh pineapple, mint and a little bit of kick courtesy of the jalapeno pepper. Try serving it with grilled pork, chicken, salmon or skewered shrimp.
Pineapple-Mint Salsa
Yield:
about 1-1/4 cups
Prep Time:
15 minutes
Total Time:
15 minutes
Fresh salsa made from pineapple, mint and jalapeno pepper is a terrific complement to grilled meats and fish.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon red onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon chiffonade of fresh mint
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients in a small bowl. Toss until the sugar is dissolved, season with salt and pepper and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to blend.
2 Comments on “Pineapple-Mint Salsa”
This is really good! I also have used canned pineapple when I couldn’t find fresh. I must admit that it isn’t as good , but it does work.
Hi Mindy,
Glad you liked the salsa. I know fresh isn’t always available, and I think using canned is just fine in a pinch.