Fresh Pineapple Mango Salsa

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There’s something about a fresh fruit salsa that instantly makes a meal feel brighter and more exciting. This Pineapple Mango Salsa is the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, fresh, and slightly spicy. The juicy mango and pineapple bring natural sweetness, while the red onion, cilantro, and peppers add freshness and a little bite. A squeeze of lime ties everything together and makes the flavors pop.

I love making this salsa when I want to add something vibrant to dinner without a lot of extra work. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats, especially jerk chicken, shrimp, or fish, and it’s also amazing served with tortilla chips as a fresh appetizer.

One of my favorite ways to serve it is alongside jerk chicken and rice for a colorful and flavorful meal. The sweetness of the fruit helps balance the heat from the spices, making every bite perfectly balanced. Recipe for jerk chicken here-https://simpleetasty.com/jerk-chicken-with-fresh-pineapple-mango-salsa-and-bell-pepper-rice/

Why you will love this recipe-

• This salsa comes together in just minutes and tastes even better after the flavors have had a little time to mingle.
• Adds wonderful flavors and colors to your meal.
• Can be used as a side to many meals or can be served as an appetizer.

Ingredients you will need-

• 1 cup fresh pineapple, chopped into small bite sized pieces
• 1 cup ripe mango, chopped into small bite sized pieces
• 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
• 1 small jalapeno, chopped
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
• juice of 1 lime
• 1 teaspoon lime zest
• 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 tablespoon of honey
• 1 tablespoon of orange juice
• pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes (optional)

How to make-

Step 1. First chop up your pineapple, mango, jalapeno, red onion, red bell pepper, and cilantro. Add to a bowl.

Step 2. Next add the rest of the ingredients to your chopped ingredients and stir.

Step 3. Store covered in the refrigerator until ready to use. Serve with chips for an appetizer or alongside a meal.

Tips-

• Keep in the refrigerator for at least two hours because the flavors get even better.
• For a less spicy version you can de-seed the jalapeno before chopping.

Storage-

• This salsa can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.