Barley Free Pineapple Salsa
Bright, juicy, and loaded with tropical flavor, this pineapple salsa is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste like summer. Fresh cucumber adds a cool crunch, while red onion, cilantro, and grated ginger bring a little heat and depth that keeps each bite interesting. A squeeze of lime and a splash of apple cider vinegar tie it all together with just the right amount of tang. The optional fresh mint is a small touch that genuinely elevates the whole bowl if you have it on hand. Store-bought salsas can sneak in all kinds of unexpected additives and grain-based thickeners, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's going in. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of barley and any related grains, so you can scoop away without a second thought. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving and the pineapple does the rest, releasing its juices into a bright, ready-to-pour sauce perfect for chips, grilled proteins, or tacos.
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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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