Sweet and Spicy Pineapple Salsa

5 from 5 votes

A flavorful pineapple salsa made with pineapples, tomatoes and gochujang paste which give it a refreshing sweet and tangy taste with a mild spicy kick.

Prep Time15

Total Time15

Course: Appetizer, Dip, Snack

Cuisine: Asian, Tex Mex

Servings: Servings

Calories: 27kcal

Author: Joyce Lee

Ingredients

½ pineapple (approximately 2 ½ cups)
2 large tomatoes (or 2 large handfuls of baby tomatoes)
1 small red onion
1 stalk green onion
1-2 sprigs cilantro (optional)
1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice (1 lime)
1½ tablespoon gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste)

Instructions

Chop up ½ pineapple, 2 large tomatoes, 1 small red onion, 1 stalk green onion and 1-2 sprigs cilantro (optional) into small pieces and add to bowl
In a small bowl, combine 1½ tablespoon gochujang (Korean hot pepper paste) and 1½ tablespoons fresh lime juice and mix until smooth.
Add sauce to the salsa mix and combine
Refrigerate for at least 1 hour. As with all salsa, the longer it mingles in the fridge the more flavorful it will be.
Enjoy!

Notes

Take Out the Spicy Onion Bite With Soaking: If you're not a fan of the strong flavor from raw onions, try soaking them in cold water for a minute after chopping before adding it to your salsa. This simple trick can help reduce the bite and make your salsa more enjoyable.

Wash Your Knife After Cutting Fresh Pineapples: Remember to rinse your knife after cutting fresh pineapples, tomatoes, and citrus fruits. The acids from these fruits can dull the blade edges, so a quick rinse can help maintain your knife's sharpness.

Opt for Fresh Pineapple: This salsa recipe tastes best with fresh pineapple. However, if you're pressed for time, you can use canned pineapple, just make sure to drain it well. Just remember, fresh ingredients often provide a more vibrant flavor.

Let the Salsa Mingle In the Fridge Before You Serve It: As with all salsas, the longer it sits in the fridge, the more flavorful it becomes. Try to refrigerate your pineapple salsa for at least an hour before serving to allow the flavors to blend together.

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