Cucumber Pineapple Salsa

Bright, zesty, and bursting with tropical flavor, this Cucumber Pineapple Salsa is the ultimate combination of refreshing crunch and sweet tanginess. Featuring crisp cucumber, juicy pineapple, vibrant red bell pepper, and a zippy hint of jalapeño, this colorful salsa is perfectly balanced with fresh lime juice, fragrant cilantro, and a touch of optional honey for sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a versatile crowd-pleaser—serve it as a dip with tortilla chips, a topping for tacos, or a fresh accompaniment to grilled fish or chicken. This quick and easy salsa is a healthy, gluten-free, and naturally gluten-free side that brings bold flavors and bright colors to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large Cucumber
• 2 cups (diced) Pineapple
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 0.5 small Red onion
• 1 small Jalapeño
• 0.25 cup (chopped) Fresh cilantro
• 1 large Lime
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash all the fresh produce thoroughly under running water.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber if desired for a softer texture, then dice it into small, even cubes.

Step 3

Dice the fresh pineapple into small pieces to match the size of the cucumber cubes.

Step 4

Deseed and finely dice the red bell pepper for a sweet crunch.

Step 5

Peel and finely chop half of a small red onion for a mild kick. Adjust the quantity to taste if desired.

Step 6

Carefully deseed and finely chop the jalapeño for heat. You may keep the seeds if you prefer an extra spicy salsa.

Step 7

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and set aside.

Step 8

Juice the lime into a bowl, ensuring no seeds are included.

Step 9

In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber, pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.

Step 10

Drizzle the lime juice over the mixture, then sprinkle with salt. If you'd like a touch of sweetness, add the honey at this point as well.

Step 11

Gently toss all the ingredients together until well combined.

Step 12

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more lime juice, salt, or honey to balance the flavors.

Step 13

Serve immediately as a dip with tortilla chips or use as a topping for grilled meats, fish, or tacos.

Step 14

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1001.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	331.3

Total Fat 1.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1201.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 84.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g	0%
Total Sugars 52.9g
Protein 6.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 156.6mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1390.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 3.6%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 89.1%