Tropical Salsa is loaded with fresh, bright, healthy tropical ingredients; clean vegan eating at it’s best. Take a bite; don’t be surprised if the flavors transport you to an exotic island. If you are looking for more way to refresh during summer period, try my Watermelon and Pineapple Fries with Coconut-Lime Dip.
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Key Takeaways:
- Bright and Refreshing Flavor: Tropical salsa is a vibrant mix of mango, pineapple, jalapeños, cucumbers, scallions, lime juice, and cilantro, creating a clean and healthy tropical taste.
- Versatile Ingredients: Enhance the salsa with optional additions like watermelon, papaya, star fruit, or kiwi to elevate its tropical flair.
- Simple Preparation: Dice fresh ingredients, mix them in a bowl, and let the flavors meld in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for optimal taste.
- Island Paradise Vibes: Fresh mango and pineapple are the star ingredients, embodying the essence of tropical cuisine.
- Ingredient Flexibility: Use canned pineapple as a substitute when fresh isn’t available, ensuring you can make the salsa anytime.
- Perfect Pairing: Serve tropical salsa with chips or elevate it as a topping for dishes like Blackened Tuna Steak.
TROPICAL SALSA
What Tropical Fruits Make-up This Salsa?
I love making a tropical salsa. It has a healthy, bright, and clean taste. It is easy to mix up the ingredients, depending on what you have available. Mangos, pineapple, jalapenos, cucumbers, scallions, lime juice, and cilantro are the basic ingredients. After that, it is time to get creative with watermelon, papaya, star fruit, and kiwi. You will need to increase the amount of lime and cilantro when you add the optional ingredients.
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How to Make the Tropical Salsa:
The hardest part of making this salsa, is not eating all of the delicious ingredients before the salsa is finished. Just try to not snack on the fresh mangos and pineapple in this salsa. When you don’t have fresh pineapple, which is preferred, use canned pineapple for this recipe. The pineapple I purchased wasn’t ripe, and all of the rest of the ingredients were at their peak; ready for the salsa bowl. So I used canned pineapple instead. All right go ahead and snack, just leave enough for the tropical salsa.
Here are the steps:
- Chop or dice up all of the ingredients and mix them together in a bowl.
- Squeeze the fresh lemon juice over the salsa and stir to mix.
- Season with salt and let the salsa rest in the fridge to help the flavors meld and blend together. Rest the salsa a minimum of 30 minutes. 2-3 hours rest time is better.
- Serve with your favorite chips or with a Blackened Tuna Steak.
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FAQ:
Q: What fruits are essential for tropical salsa?
A: The basic ingredients include mango, pineapple, jalapeños, cucumbers, scallions, lime juice, and cilantro. You can also add watermelon, papaya, star fruit, or kiwi for variety.
Q: Can I use canned pineapple instead of fresh?
A: Yes, canned pineapple works well if fresh pineapple isn’t available or ripe.
Q: How long should the salsa rest before serving?
A: For the best flavor, let the salsa rest in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, though 2–3 hours is even better.
Q: What can I pair with tropical salsa?
A: Serve it with chips as a snack or use it as a topping for Blackened Tuna Steak or other seafood dishes.
Q: How do I dice a mango easily?
A: Use the SIS (Simple is Smart) method for quick and easy mango dicing.
Q: Can I customize the salsa ingredients?
A: Absolutely! Tropical salsa is versatile, so feel free to adjust the ingredients based on what you have available or your taste preferences.
Tropical Salsa
Ingredients
- ½ cup diced cucumbers
- 1 cup mango
- ½ cup diced pineapple
- ½ cup diced peaches
- ½ cup diced red pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp Scallions or red onion
- 1-2 diced jalapeño peppers
- 3 Tbsp. Finely chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients into a bowl and mix well.
- Let salsa rest for at least 30 minutes to let all of the flavors blend.
- Serve with chips or as a side to fish.
