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April 13, 2022 · 4 Comments

Tropical Salsa

Appetizers· Gluten Free· Healthy· Meal Types· Party Recipes· Recipes

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This mildly sweet, refreshingly tropical salsa is packed with flavor, with just a hint of spice. It’s the perfect taco topping or for dipping tortilla chips!

bowl of fresh fruit salsa, made with watermelon, pineapple, and mango

Pineapple Mango Salsa

With a Hispanic husband (who also happens to be a talented cook), we eat a lot of salsa (usually spicy!) in our house. We are also the go-to location for family gatherings, again because my husband has built quite the reputation with his food.

However, not everyone can handle the heat, so when entertaining, it’s helpful to offer milder alternatives that all guests can enjoy.

This mild salsa is a blend of sweet tropical fruits: mango, pineapple, and watermelon. They’re diced and tossed together with lime juice, cilantro, and red onions for the perfect combination of sweet and savory.

Made with fresh ingredients, this simple, fresh salsa recipe adds a sweet and tangy kick to just about any meal. It is also fabulous as an appetizer with tortilla chips or plantain chips. It’s easy to make, delicious, and healthy!

It is also fabulous on shrimp or fish tacos, which play well with the tropical notes of this fruit salsa!

If you’re looking for a salsa that’s super flavorful, but not spicy, then this pineapple salsa recipe is a must-try!

Related: Check out this big list of over 70 Cinco de Mayo recipes!

fresh ingredients to make pineapple mango salsa, labeled

Ingredients

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Family Size (Serves 2-4)

  • 1/2 red onion; diced
  • 2 cups watermelon; diced
  • 2 cups pineapple; diced
  • 2 mangos; diced
  • 1/3 cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 limes; juiced

Optional Ingredients

  • 1 jalapeño pepper, diced
  • 1-2 teaspoon honey

Kitchen tools you might find useful:

  • Wooden cutting board
  • Non-slip mixing bowls
  • Chef’s knife
  • Wire whisk

A free printable copy of our watermelon salsa recipe is available at the bottom of the post.

Instructions

Dice red onion, watermelon, mango, and pineapples and add to a large bowl. Stir gently to combine, taking care not to bruise the fruit.

chopping a watermelon

chopped mango and cilantro on cutting board

Squeeze juice from limes into a separate small mixing bowl — at least a Tablespoon lime juice. Whisk lime juice together with chopped cilantro.

close up of tropical fruit salsa

Pour lime juice over fruit in large mixing bowl and toss until well coated.

Enjoy immediately or store in refrigerator until needed.

Prep Tips

  • For easier juicing, cut each lime in half, then use a fork to stab the flesh of the lime before squeezing. This loosens up the fruit and releases the juice.
  • Add 1-2 teaspoons honey for a little extra sweetness. Add more or less honey depending on the size of your batch of salsa).
  • For those that don’t care for mangoes, feel free to substitute peaches instead.
  • Adding a pinch of salt can help bring out the flavors of the fresh fruits and veggies. Just a pinch is all it takes!

top-down photo of mango salsa on blue background

Frequently Asked Questions

Is This Salsa Spicy?

The base recipe is not spicy at all, so it is a great kid-friendly salsa!

If you’d like to add a bit of heat, add one diced jalapeño pepper to the mix, along with the chopped fruit and red onion.

We usually de-seed our jalapenos first, to make them a little less spicy, but keep all of that awesome flavor.

I also recommend wearing gloves when cutting the peppers, as the oils from the jalapeno pepper can stay on skin and cause irritation.

How Long Does Homemade Salsa Stay Good?

Keep this fresh pineapple salsa refrigerated in an airtight container. When stored in the refrigerator, it will stay fresh for up to a week.

You can tell that salsa has gone bad if it smells “off” or has a sour taste.

How Do You Make a Party-Size Serving?

Party Size (Serves 8-12)

  • 1 red onion; diced
  • 1 whole small seedless watermelon; diced
  • 1 whole pineapple; diced
  • 3 mangos; diced
  • 1 cup cilantro; chopped
  • 4 limes; juiced

Follow the same directions as our smaller family-size portion, but use the party-size ingredient list above.

Can You Use Canned Fruit?

Sure! While we prefer fresh when possible, you can swap out with canned pineapple if needed. Look for fruit that is in water, not syrup.

bowl of homemade mango pineapple salsa

More of our Favorite Mexican & Tex-Mex Recipes

  • Easy Mexican Rice Recipe
  • 20-Minute Lazy Enchiladas
  • Fresh Lime Margarita Recipe 

Grab a free printable copy of our Mango Pineapple Salsa recipe here:

If you like this recipe, rate it! I’d also love to hear what you think in the comments below!

tropical fruit salsa
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4.75 from 4 votes

Pineapple Mango Salsa

This mildly sweet, refreshingly tropical salsa is packed with flavor, with just a hint of spice. It's the perfect taco topping or for dipping tortilla chips!
Prep Time10 mins
Total Time10 mins
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Keyword: pineapple, salsa, watermelon
Servings: 4
Calories: 123kcal
Author: Stacey aka the Soccer Mom
Cost: $8

Equipment

  • 2 Mixing bowls

Ingredients

  • 1/2 red onion diced
  • 2 cups watermelon diced
  • 2 cups pineapple diced
  • 2 mangos diced
  • 1/3 cup cilantro chopped
  • 2 limes juiced

Instructions

  • Add diced red onion, watermelon, mango, and pineapples to a large mixing bowl. Stir gently to combine.
    cutting watermelon
  • Squeeze juice from limes into a small mixing bowl and add chopped cilantro. Whisk together.
  • Add 1-2 teaspoons honey for a little extra sweetness, if desired.
  • Pour lime juice mixture over fruit in large mixing bowl and toss until well coated.
  • Enjoy immediately or store in refrigerator until needed.

Notes

Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Nutrition

Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 351mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 24g | Vitamin A: 1465IU | Vitamin C: 81.5mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 0.6mg

Pin this Pineapple & Watermelon Salsa Recipe on Pinterest:

2 photo collage of pineapple mango salsa

Make it a party with our Tropical Rum Punch recipe:

two glasses and pitcher of rum punch

For another delicious and healthy appetizer, try our Roasted Beet Hummus recipe too:

bowl of bright pink beet hummus

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  1. Karly says

    July 6, 2017 at 7:14 pm

    Obsessing over this! So light and fresh- definitely a must-try!

    Reply
    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      July 27, 2017 at 6:29 pm

      I’ve been obsessed with watermelon salads and salsa this summer too!

      Reply
  2. Bob says

    August 20, 2020 at 11:06 am

    Awesome, I added one seeded Jalapeño finely chopped & garlic.
    Great with anything grilled like country pork ribs!
    Thanks!
    Banjo Bob

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    • Stacey aka the Soccer Mom says

      August 24, 2020 at 3:09 pm

      Thanks for the tip! I love jalapeño too, but some in our family can’t have spicy foods.

      Reply

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