Rum-Spiced Pineapple Mango Salsa

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-18 · Updated 2026-06-18

A vibrant tropical salsa featuring fresh pineapple and mango, brightened with lime juice and a splash of spiced rum for depth. This Caribbean-inspired snack recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, blends fresh pineapple, ripe mango, red bell pepper into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 80 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. 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

• 1 cup diced fresh pineapple
• 1 cup diced ripe mango
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tbsp spiced rum
• 1 small, seeded and minced jalapeño pepper
• 1/2 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup diced fresh pineapple, 1 cup diced ripe mango, 1/4 cup finely chopped red bell pepper, and 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion.
2. Step 2: Add 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 tbsp spiced rum, 1 small minced jalapeño pepper (seeded for less heat), and 1/2 tsp salt.
3. Step 3: Stir gently to combine all ingredients evenly. Let the salsa sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving with grilled fish or chips.