Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 fresh pineapple, peeled and cored
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Special equipment needed:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
2. Cut the pineapple into 1/2 inch thick slices.
3. Grill pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until grill marks appear.
4. Remove pineapple from grill and dice into small pieces.
5. In a medium bowl, combine diced pineapple, red onion, red bell pepper, jalapeno pepper, and cilantro.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper.
7. Pour lime juice mixture over the pineapple mixture and stir to combine.
8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 6 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill pan or outdoor grill: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- Makes 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Total fat: 0.5g
- Saturated fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total carbohydrates: 31g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 23g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pineapple can be substituted with mango or peach.
- Red onion can be substituted with white onion or shallots.
- Red bell pepper can be substituted with yellow or orange bell pepper.
- Jalapeno pepper can be substituted with serrano pepper or poblano pepper.
- Cilantro can be substituted with parsley or basil.
Variations:
- Add diced avocado for a creamy texture.
- Add diced tomato for a more traditional salsa flavor.
- Add a pinch of cumin for a smoky flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the grill pan or outdoor grill is hot before grilling the pineapple to get nice grill marks.
- Use a sharp knife to peel and core the pineapple.
- Adjust the amount of jalapeno pepper to your desired level of spiciness.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover salsa in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Serve cold.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve in a bowl or on a platter.
- Garnish with additional cilantro leaves.
Garnishes:
- Additional cilantro leaves.
Pairings:
- Serve with tortilla chips or pita chips.
- Serve as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Suggested side dishes:
- Grilled vegetables
- Rice pilaf
- Black beans
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the pineapple is not ripe enough, it will be hard to grill and may not have as much flavor.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to wash all produce before using.
- Keep the salsa refrigerated until ready to serve.
Food history:
- Salsa originated in Mexico and has become a popular condiment worldwide.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet and tangy with a hint of spice.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as an appetizer or snack.
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