Gut Friendly Gluten Free Pineapple Cucumber Salsa
Fresh pineapple and crisp English cucumber come together in a salsa that's bright, juicy, and just a little bit spicy — the kind of thing you'll want to spoon over everything. The natural sweetness of the pineapple plays beautifully against the heat of minced jalapeño and the tang of fresh lime juice, creating layers of flavor that feel anything but simple. Every ingredient here is whole, unprocessed, and easy on the digestive system, which makes this a genuinely smart choice when you're trying to eat in a way that supports your gut. There's no cooking involved, no gluten-containing grains to navigate, and no hidden additives to second-guess — just real produce doing all the heavy lifting. A short rest before serving lets the juices meld and the flavors deepen, so don't skip that step. Serve it alongside grilled fish or chicken, pile it onto tacos, or honestly just eat it with a spoon straight from the bowl.
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6 servings
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into ¼-inch dice
- 1 cup english cucumber, cut into ¼-inch dice
- ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and finely minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp ground cumin (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the diced pineapple, cucumber, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro in a medium mixing bowl.
- 2
Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture, add the salt and the cumin, if using, then toss until everything is evenly coated.
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