A tried-and-true classic salsa tastes fresh, earthy, piquant and sometimes a little spicy, but there’s a myriad of salsas with hero ingredients at the helm for whole new flavor perspectives. That’s what we love about this pineapple salsa recipe: It has all the usual salsa suspects, but sweet, tropical pineapple chunks are the true star.

The pineapple creates a vibrant color, and the small punch of sweetness plays well with ultra-salty and savory foods. Served with tortilla chips or used to top an authentic Mexican dinner, this pineapple salsa recipe makes an impact.

Pineapple Salsa Ingredients

• Pineapple: You’ll need 2 cups diced fresh pineapple. Learn how to cut a pineapple properly to get the most out of your fruit.
• Tomatoes: I always grab Roma tomatoes when making salsa recipes. They’re meatier than other varieties and hold a ton of sun-ripened flavor.
• Onion: A sweet onion, also known as a white onion, is important here. Sweet onions are best used in no-cook applications like this pineapple salsa recipe as they have a sweeter taste and not an overpowering, pungent, oniony taste like other types of onions (red or yellow onions, for example).
• Fresh cilantro: Refreshing, citrusy and peppery, cilantro’s bright flavor pairs beautifully with the fresh ingredients in this salsa and adds a gorgeous pop of green.
• Jalapeno pepper: Wear disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers as the oils can burn your skin. Avoid touching your face too.
• Olive oil: We use 1 tablespoon olive oil for fat and richness. Otherwise, the salsa would be too acidic.
• Spices: Peppery coriander, pungent cumin, zippy garlic and a pinch of salt add much-needed savory flavor to the pineapple salsa recipe.
• Tortilla chips: Crunchy, crispy, salty and vaguely buttery, tortilla chips are the perfect serving vessel for any salsa recipe. Buy your favorite bag from the store, or get a little adventurous and make homemade tortilla chips.

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