Alpha Gal Friendly Pineapple Salsa

Total time30 min

Prep time15 min

Cook time0 min

4.5

(23)

Bright, juicy, and loaded with fresh flavor, this pineapple salsa is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste like a celebration. Sweet pineapple and cool cucumber get a sharp lift from lime juice and apple cider vinegar, while fresh ginger adds a subtle warmth that keeps every bite interesting. A handful of cilantro and optional mint round things out with a clean, herby finish that feels genuinely restaurant-worthy. For anyone navigating alpha-gal syndrome, store-bought salsas and condiments can be a minefield of hidden mammalian-derived additives and ambiguous ingredient lists. This recipe sidesteps all of that — every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, so you can dig in without second-guessing the label. The short rest time before serving is a small but important step that lets the pineapple release its natural juices and lets all those flavors properly meld together. Serve it over grilled fish, pile it onto tacos, or just scoop it up with chips — it keeps well in the fridge for up to two days, so making a big batch is absolutely worth it.

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Ingredients

6 servings

2 cups fresh pineapple, finely diced (about ½ medium pineapple)
½ cup english cucumber, finely diced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
2 tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
¼ tsp fine sea salt, or to taste
1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and ginger in a medium mixing bowl.
2
Add the lime juice, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

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