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    Home » Simple Vegan Recipes » Vegan Dips

    Pineapple Pico de Gallo

    Published: Jun 23, 2023 by Becky Striepe · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Step away from the tomatoes, because this easy, sweet-tart, fresh pineapple pico de gallo is perfect for tacos or for chip dipping!

    pineapple pico de gallo in a serving bowl on a blue table
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    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make pineapple pico de gallo
    • Helpful tips
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    • Frequently asked questions
    • More pineapple recipes
    • 📖 Recipe

    Have you tried making salsa with fruit besides tomatoes? I love a sweet salsa, like mango salsa and this pineapple pico de gallo. That combination of zesty, spicy, and sweet with succulent pieces of fruit is just so addictive!

    pineapple, jalapeño, lime, garlic, cilantro, and onion on a blue table with text labels on each ingredient

    Ingredients and substitutions

    • fresh pineapple - You can use a whole pineapple or buy cubes and cut those down to smaller pieces. Canned is OK if you don't have access to fresh pineapple, but fresh will taste the best!
    • sweet onion - You can use red onion instead, if you want.
    • garlic - We're making salsa, y'all!
    • jalapeño - For heat. You can remove the seeds and reduce the amount for less spicy or use more for hotter pico. This recipe is medium spicy.
    • cilantro - Essential for pico de gallo. Use fresh and do not substitute.
    • lime - You need both the lime zest and juice. Zest the lime first, then slice in half and juice it.
    • salt - You don't have to add salt, but it does help bring out all of the flavors. As the pico sits, it also helps the fruit and veggies soften, allowing the flavors to meld even more.
    image collage showing the prepped ingredients in the mixing bowl before and after mixing together

    How to make pineapple pico de gallo

    Toss all of the ingredients together right in your serving dish, then season to taste with salt. Chill until you're ready to serve. 

    Helpful tips

    • Reduce cleanup time by preparing the pico in your serving bowl. If you're planning to store it, I recommend these lidded Pyrex containers, which double as both serving and storage bowls.
    • Save prep time by using cubed, fresh pineapple. You can use a whole pineapple, it will just take a bit longer to break down into the pieces you need. For this recipe, you'll need to chop the pineapple chunks up into smaller ones, but that still takes a lot less time than processing the whole fruit.

    Serving and storage directions

    This pico is great for tacos or for dipping! If you're new to fruit salsa, it has a sweet and sour quality with a little bit of heat. It's lovely in all kinds of taco recipes, too!

    For dipping, I like to serve this up with tortilla chips. Cucumber slices are also really nice dipped in this flavorful pineapple pico de gallo!

    Store any leftovers in an airtight, lidded container. It will keep for around three days in the refrigerator.

    Frequently asked questions

    What's the difference between salsa and pico de gallo?

    Pico de gallo is a type of salsa that has a chunky texture.

    Can I use canned pineapple?

    You can use drained, canned pineapple in place of fresh. I find that fresh has the best flavor, but canned will do in a pinch!

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    📖 Recipe

    pineapple pico de gallo in a serving bowl on a blue table

    Pineapple Pico de Gallo

    Step away from the tomatoes, because this easy, sweet-tart, fresh pineapple pico de gallo is perfect for tacos or for chip dipping!
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    Course: Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Keyword: pineapple pico de gallo
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 35kcal
    Author: Becky Striepe

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup chopped pineapple
    • ¼ cup chopped sweet onion
    • 2 cloves garlic - minced
    • 1-2 teaspoons minced jalapeno - remove the seeds, if you prefer a less spicy salsa
    • ¼ cup loosely-packed chopped cilantro
    • 1 fresh lime - zest and juice
    • salt - to taste
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    Instructions

    • Toss all of the ingredients together right in your serving dish, then season to taste with salt. Chill until you're ready to serve.

    Equipment

    • Zester

    Video

    Notes

    The pico's flavor will get better over time. You can serve it immediately, but if you can wait 15-20 minutes, the flavors will meld a bit, making it even more delicious.
    It will keep for about 3 days in the refrigerator, so you can also make it in advance!

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Pineapple Pico de Gallo
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    35
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    1
    g
    2
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    1
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    0.1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    0.4
    g
    Sodium
     
    2
    mg
    0
    %
    Potassium
     
    85
    mg
    2
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    8
    g
    3
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    5
    g
    6
    %
    Protein
     
    0.5
    g
    1
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    113
    IU
    2
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    27
    mg
    33
    %
    Calcium
     
    14
    mg
    1
    %
    Iron
     
    0.3
    mg
    2
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    About Becky Striepe

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    Hi there! I'm Becky Striepe (rhymes with sleepy), and I love using gadgets and shortcuts to create easy vegan comfort food recipes for busy people. Whether you love your Instant Pot, your air fryer, or just love delicious plant-based meals, stick around. You'll like it here.

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