Fructose Free Pineapple Salsa
Bright, tropical, and loaded with fresh flavor, this pineapple salsa is the kind of condiment that makes everything it touches taste like summer. The combination of juicy pineapple, crisp cucumber, and zingy lime juice creates a balance that's refreshing without being overly sweet. A touch of apple cider vinegar and freshly grated ginger add depth and a gentle kick that keeps every bite interesting. Pineapple can be tricky on a low-fructose plan since it's naturally high in fruit sugars, but keeping the portion to a modest two cups and pairing it with savory, low-fructose ingredients like cucumber, red onion, and fresh herbs helps keep the overall load in check. The short rest time is key — letting everything sit for fifteen minutes allows the pineapple to release its juices and meld with the other flavors, so you get a cohesive salsa rather than a jumbled fruit bowl. Spoon it over grilled fish or chicken, use it as a dip, or just eat it straight from the bowl — no judgment here.
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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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