Looking for a refreshing citrusy dish to wow your guests? This Pineapple Salad is a tropical sensation packed with sweet and spicy flavors. Perfect for BBQs, picnics, or even as a unique taco topping, this salad blends fresh pineapple, juicy mango, and creamy avocado with a kick of jalapeno and lime. It's easy to make and guaranteed to be a hit. Dive into this vibrant Pineapple Salad today and experience the ultimate summer dish!
Combine the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped pineapple, mango, thawed corn, red onion, diced jalapeno peppers, avocado, and cilantro. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of all ingredients.
Add the Flavor: Squeeze the juice of 3 limes over the fruit and vegetable mixture. Sprinkle in the ground ancho chile pepper and sumac. Stir well to combine.
Season to Taste: Add salt to your taste preference. Start with a small amount, mix, and taste. Adjust as needed.
Chill and Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight. This allows the flavors to have time to combine. Serve pineapple salad chilled as a side or add to a taco and enjoy as a topping!
Notes
The amount of salad this makes can vary greatly based on the size of the fruit. With large mangoes and pineapples, it can make 6-8 cups of salad. See the full recipe for spice and herb substitution ideas.