Pineapple Avocado Salsa
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy. Brighten up your summer menu with this pineapple avocado salsa—it’s the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tropical! Looking for a fresh and vibrant twist on your usual salsa? This pineapple avocado salsa is the perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tropical. The best part? There are endless ways to enjoy it! Serve it as a refreshing dip with tortilla chips, spoon it over grilled BBQ chicken, pulled pork, or pan-seared salmon, or use it as a topping for tacos and nachos. It’s also fantastic as a side dish for barbecues or as a zesty salad on its own. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll be looking for excuses to make it again and again! What You’ll Need To Make Pineapple Avocado Salsa Fresh Pineapple: The foundation of the salsa. Adds sweetness and tropical flavor. Lime Juice: Provides acidity that brightens the salsa, balancing the sweetness of the pineapple. Red Onion: Adds a touch of sharpness and a slight crunch. Diced English Cucumber: Offers a refreshing crispiness. Jalapeño Pepper: Brings a spicy kick. The heat from jalapeños comes from the seeds and ribs; include some for extra spice, but omit them if you prefer a milder salsa. Sugar: Balances the acidity and spice. Vegetable Oil: Adds a bit of richness and helps blend the salsa’s flavors. Fresh Cilantro: Adds freshness and a hint of citrus. Avocado: Adds a lovely creaminess and richness to the salsa. Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements Fresh Pineapple: The foundation of the salsa. Adds sweetness and tropical flavor. Lime Juice: Provides acidity that brightens the salsa, balancing the sweetness of the pineapple. Red Onion: Adds a touch of sharpness and a slight crunch. Diced English Cucumber: Offers a refreshing crispiness. Jalapeño Pepper: Brings a spicy kick. The heat from jalapeños comes from the seeds and ribs; include some for extra spice, but omit them if you prefer a milder salsa. Sugar: Balances the acidity and spice. Vegetable Oil: Adds a bit of richness and helps blend the salsa’s flavors. Fresh Cilantro: Adds freshness and a hint of citrus. Avocado: Adds a lovely creaminess and richness to the salsa. Jump to the printable recipe for precise measurements Step-By-Step Instructions In a bowl, combine all the ingredients except the avocado. Toss until evenly coated. Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to a few hours. Right before serving, add the avocado. Gently stir, taking care not to mash the avocado. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. You May Also Like RecipeComments (3)Add Comment Recipe Comments (3) Add Comment Ingredients 1½ cups diced fresh pineapple 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime) ½ cup finely diced red onion (from 1 small red onion) ½ cup seeded and diced English cucumber (from 1 small cucumber; see note) 3 tablespoons seeded and minced jalapeño pepper (from 1 to 2 peppers) 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 large ripe avocado, cut into small dice (about 1 cup) 1½ cups diced fresh pineapple 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (from 1 lime) ½ cup finely diced red onion (from 1 small red onion) ½ cup seeded and diced English cucumber (from 1 small cucumber; see note) 3 tablespoons seeded and minced jalapeño pepper (from 1 to 2 peppers) 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil ¼ teaspoon salt ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro 1 large ripe avocado, cut into small dice (about 1 cup) Instructions In a bowl, combine all the ingredients except the avocado and toss until evenly combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to a few hours. Right before serving, add the avocado and gently stir, taking care not to mash the avocado. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Note: English or hothouse cucumbers have a thinner, more tender skin and do not require peeling. If substituting with a regular cucumber, which has a thicker and often waxed skin, it's best to peel it first. In a bowl, combine all the ingredients except the avocado and toss until evenly combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve, up to a few hours. Right before serving, add the avocado and gently stir, taking care not to mash the avocado. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary. Note: English or hothouse cucumbers have a thinner, more tender skin and do not require peeling. If substituting with a regular cucumber, which has a thicker and often waxed skin, it's best to peel it first. Nutrition Information Powered by Per serving (8 servings) Serving size: 1/2 cup Calories: 110 Fat: 8 g Saturated fat: 1 g Carbohydrates: 10 g Sugar: 6 g Fiber: 3 g Protein: 1 g Sodium: 76 mg Cholesterol: 0 mg Per serving (8 servings) Serving size: 1/2 cup Calories: 110 Fat: 8 g Saturated fat: 1 g Carbohydrates: 10 g Sugar: 6 g Fiber: 3 g Protein: 1 g Sodium: 76 mg Cholesterol: 0 mg This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. 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