Ingredients

1 teaspoon mild chili powder ( Aleppo or New Mexico )
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon sugar
1 medium fresh pineapple , peeled , cored and sliced
1 medium red onion , chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice ( to taste )
1/4 cup chopped cilantro ( or any combination ) or 1/4 cup mint leaf ( or any combination )
4 scallions , chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice ( to taste )
1 medium tomatoes , cored , seeded and chopped
2 shallots , chopped
fresh ground pepper , to taste
2 teaspoons sherry wine ( to taste ) or 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar ( to taste )
This Grilled Pineapple Salsa Three Ways recipe is a fruity and spicy twist on the traditional salsa. The grilled pineapples provide a sweet and refreshing taste, while the spice mixture and red onion add a zesty kick. This salsa is perfect as an appetizer with tortilla chips or as a refreshing topping for grilled meats or fish. The salsa can be customized into three different variations for a unique taste each time. The first bowl contains the classic salsa flavor, while the second bowl adds more mint and cilantro for a refreshing twist. The third bowl adds more red onion and garlic for a spicier kick. This versatile salsa is perfect to serve at summer barbecues or as an afternoon snack.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2.Combine chili powder, salt, and sugar in a small bowl.
3.Brush both sides of pineapple slices with spice mixture and place on grill. Grill until char marks appear, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
4.Remove pineapple from grill and chop into small pieces.
5.In a separate bowl, combine chopped pineapple, red onion, lemon juice, cilantro, scallions, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, chopped tomato, shallots, and sherry wine or balsamic vinegar. Mix well.
6.Divide salsa evenly into three bowls, leaving one bowl as is. In the second bowl, add more cilantro and mint for a refreshing twist. In the third bowl, add more red onion and garlic for a spicier kick. Mix well.
7.Serve with tortilla chips or as a topping for grilled meats or fish.

PROS

This salsa is bursting with spicy and fruity flavors.

The pineapples provide a sweet and refreshing taste and are high in vitamin C and bromelain, which can help with digestion.

Cilantro and mint can aid in improving heart health and reducing inflammation.

CONS

This salsa is high in sugar and sodium from the soy sauce and wine/vinegar.

Consuming large amounts of pineapple can cause mouth sores and rashes in some people.

Some people may also have an allergic reaction to cilantro.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pineapples in this salsa contain high levels of vitamin C and bromelain, which can aid in reducing inflammation and promoting digestive health.
Cilantro and mint can help in improving heart health and reducing inflammation.

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