Description
Spicy Mexican pineapple chipotle salsa dances with sweet and smoky flavors, blending tropical fruit and bold chili heat. Summer gatherings will delight in this zesty condiment that brings electric freshness to grilled meats and tacos.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (473 ml) pineapple, fresh, diced
- ½ cup (118 ml) red bell pepper, diced
- ½ cup (118 ml) red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup (59 ml) cilantro, fresh, chopped
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced (adjust for spice level)
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) adobo sauce (from the can)
- 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional for extra heat)
- 1 lime, juice of
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml) salt
- ¼ tsp (1.25 ml) black pepper
Instructions
- Ingredient Preparation: Meticulously dice pineapple into uniform cubes, finely chop red bell pepper and red onion into precise, small pieces, and carefully mince chipotle pepper and jalapeño with a sharp knife.
- Flavor Fusion: Transfer all chopped ingredients into a spacious mixing bowl, gently incorporating pineapple, chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and fresh cilantro with a smooth, folding motion.
- Seasoning Enhancement: Drizzle fresh lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle salt and cracked black pepper, stirring thoroughly to ensure even distribution of flavors and creating a harmonious blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy notes.
- Flavor Melding: Allow salsa to rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, enabling ingredients to marinate and intensify their collective taste profile, which develops a more complex and integrated flavor experience.
- Serving Suggestions: Present this vibrant salsa alongside grilled chicken, crispy fish tacos, succulent pork dishes, or as a zesty dip with crunchy tortilla chips, offering a versatile and exciting condiment for various culinary applications.
Notes
- Adjust chipotle and jalapeño quantities based on your spice tolerance; start with less and gradually add more for controlled spiciness.
- Cut pineapple and vegetables into consistent, small pieces to ensure balanced flavor and texture in every bite.
- Allow salsa to rest 10-15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor integration and let ingredients harmonize.
- Swap cilantro for parsley if needed, or use as a low-carb, gluten-free topping for protein dishes and salads.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg