Description
Pineapple Chipotle Salsa is an irresistible blend of sweet and smoky flavors that will elevate your meals to new heights. This vibrant salsa combines the juicy sweetness of pineapple with the smokiness of charred tomatillos and the kick from chipotle peppers, making it a versatile addition to any dish. Perfect for topping tacos, dipping tortilla chips, or drizzling over grilled chicken, this easy-to-make salsa will impress your guests at casual gatherings or festive occasions. With just a few fresh ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a delightful condiment that adds a unique twist to your favorite recipes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 7–8 tomatillos (husks removed and sliced in half)
- 4 garlic cloves (kept whole)
- 2 thick slices onion (about 1/2-inch thick each)
- 2 slices of fresh pineapple (cored or 2 rings of canned pineapple, patted dry)
- 1 or 2 chipotle peppers in adobo
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (optional plus more to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to the high broiler setting. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
- Place tomatillos, whole garlic cloves, and pineapple on the baking sheet. Broil for about 10 minutes until charred.
- Flip ingredients and broil again for an additional 5 minutes until gently charred.
- Transfer all ingredients to a blender or food processor. Add chipotle peppers and blend until chunky.
- Taste and adjust salt as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg