Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Bright, bold, and bursting with flavor, this pineapple habanero salsa is the perfect combination of sweet and spicy to elevate your meals or snacks. Featuring juicy, diced pineapple, fiery habanero peppers, and vibrant red bell pepper, this recipe strikes a delicious balance with the addition of zesty lime juice, fresh cilantro, and a touch of sugar for a subtle sweetness. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this easy-to-make salsa is perfect for dipping tortilla chips or as a versatile topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fresh fish. Whether you're hosting a party or adding a tropical twist to your dinner, this salsa is guaranteed to impress with its bold flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups (diced) Pineapple
• 2 whole Habanero peppers
• 1 whole (diced) Red bell pepper
• 0.5 cups (finely chopped) Red onion
• 0.25 cups (chopped) Cilantro
• 2 tablespoons Lime juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, for balance)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and prepare all ingredients. Core and dice the pineapple into small chunks (about 2 cups).

Step 2

Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and finely chop the red onion.

Step 3

Carefully handle the habanero peppers. Remove stems, slice in half, and deseed them for less heat (optional). Mince the peppers finely. Consider wearing gloves to protect your skin from the capsaicin.

Step 4

Chop the cilantro leaves finely and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium-sized bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion, and minced habanero peppers.

Step 6

Add the chopped cilantro, lime juice, salt, and (if desired) sugar to the mixture.

Step 7

Stir everything together until well combined. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more lime juice or salt if needed.

Step 8

Let the salsa sit for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 9

Serve immediately with tortilla chips, or use as a topping for tacos, grilled fish, or chicken. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(632.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	278.5

Total Fat 1.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1194.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 70.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 46.4g
Protein 4.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 86.5mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 905.1mg	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: 3.2%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 90.6%