Rum-Spiced Caribbean Pineapple Salsa with Cilantro

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-10 · Updated 2026-06-10

A vibrant and tropical pineapple salsa with a hint of spiced rum, fresh cilantro, and lime that adds brightness to grilled meats or seafood. This Caribbean-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs fresh pineapple, red bell pepper, red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 90 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups, diced fresh pineapple
• 0.5 cup, finely chopped red bell pepper
• 0.25 cup, finely chopped red onion
• 0.25 cup, chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
• 2 tbsp spiced rum
• 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp brown sugar
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 cups diced fresh pineapple, 0.5 cup finely chopped red bell pepper, 0.25 cup finely chopped red onion, 0.25 cup chopped fresh cilantro, and 1 small minced jalapeño pepper with seeds removed for moderate heat.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp spiced rum, 2 tbsp fresh lime juice, and 1 tsp brown sugar to the bowl. Stir gently to combine all ingredients.
3. Step 3: Season with 0.5 tsp salt and 0.25 tsp black pepper, mixing well. Let the salsa rest in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
4. Step 4: Serve chilled as a bright, zesty topping for grilled chicken, fish, or tacos.