Cinnamon Free Pineapple Salsa
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 come together with red onion, cilantro, and a hit of fresh ginger for a combination that's lively without being overwhelming. A squeeze of lime and a splash of apple cider vinegar sharpen everything up, giving the salsa that perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory. Many store-bought salsas and spice blends sneak in warming spices that can be hard to spot on a label, so making this from scratch puts you fully in control of every ingredient. A short rest at room temperature lets the pineapple release its natural juices, which means the flavors deepen and meld without any extra effort on your part. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, pile it onto tacos, or just scoop it up with tortilla chips — it disappears fast either way.
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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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