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.
PrintPineapple-Mint Salsa
Fresh salsa made from pineapple, mint and jalapeno pepper is a terrific complement to grilled meats and fish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: about 1-1/4 cups
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.
Mindy says
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.
Lynne Webb says
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.