Sesame Free Pineapple Salsa
Bright, juicy, and just a little bit zingy, this pineapple salsa is the kind of thing you'll want to spoon onto everything in sight. Fresh pineapple brings natural sweetness, while lime juice and apple cider vinegar cut right through it with a punchy tang that keeps each bite lively. Grated ginger adds a subtle warmth, and the cucumber keeps things cool and crisp — it's a genuinely refreshing combination. Store-bought salsas can be surprisingly tricky to vet, but every single ingredient here is straightforward and easy to check at a glance, with absolutely no hidden sesame or tahini to worry about. A short rest at room temperature is the secret step that lets the pineapple release its juices and lets all the flavors meld into something that tastes way more complex than the prep time suggests. Toss in the optional fresh mint if you want an extra layer of brightness — it's a small addition that makes a noticeable difference. Serve it with grilled fish, pile it onto tacos, or just grab a bag of chips and go to town.
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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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