Simple Pineapple Salsa You Can Make in Minutes

Grab some pineapple fresh or canned, and make this simple pineapple salsa recipe. It’s the perfect recipe year-round! Great on tacos, with chips, or serve it over rice and add a protin for a tasty bowl.

This bright and flavorful Pineapple Salsa is the perfect mix of sweet, tangy, and a little spicy!

Whether you use fresh pineapple when it’s in season or canned pineapple for convenience, this recipe comes together in minutes and adds a tropical twist to just about anything. I love that it’s so versatile, canned or fresh, it’s a dream come true!

It’s delicious served with tortilla chips for snacking, spooned over grilled chicken or fish, or piled high on your favorite tacos for a burst of juicy flavor.

With everyday ingredients, you’ll be enjoying this salsa in no time at all.

What ingredients go into this salsa:

• pineapple- canned or fresh, chopped fine
• onion- I like white onion, use any onion variety you prefer, green onions for mild flavor
• peppers- I like using sweet peppers, red, orange, and yellow. Adding bursts of great color
• jalapeno- giving this salsa a great kick of flavor without overpowering it with spice (unless you want it super-spicy, add as much as you want)
• cilantro- deliciously fresh flavor every salsa needs!
• lime-juiced for a nice zip and contrast to the sweetness of the pineapple
• salt- coarse kosher salt

Scoop it up with your favorite chips and devour!

More great items to put this pineapple salsa on:

• On top of these bowls, quinoa bowls, or this taco salad
• Give it a try with this Chinese Chicken Salad
• As a topping for cottage cheese for a fun, savory snack
• Try it on some avocado toast or put it on top of cream cheese toast
• Grill some chicken and vegetables, then pile on the pineapple salsa for that sweet-tangy combo.
• And give it a try on these pork tenderloin tacos

Serve it alongside your favorite meals. It’s great with tacos!

Looking for some low-carb options, put this on top of grilled fish or shrimp and enjoy!

It’s so flavorful, it’s bound to become your new favorite item!

Why You’ll Love This Pineapple Salsa

• Versatile: Use fresh or canned pineapple—whatever you have on hand.
• Quick to make: Just chop, mix, and enjoy!
• Perfect for any occasion: Great for cookouts, taco nights, or as a fresh party dip.
• Full of flavor: Sweet pineapple pairs perfectly with zesty lime, cilantro, and a hint of spice.

I love wavy-edged plates and bowls. I couldn’t find the dishes I have, but I now have my eye on this dish, it has a pretty wavy edge.

More great pineapple recipes!
… be sure not to miss one of my all-time favorite meals, Luau Fried Rice

This Pineapple Salsa is your go-to for adding a burst of sunshine to any meal! Quick, colorful, and incredibly fresh-tasting, it’s a recipe you’ll make again and again.