Let's Dish: Grilled pineapple salsa

Saturday, November 1, 2014
Buying salsa at the store can really add up. Instead, try making it at home. Chris Koetke, host of "Let's Dish" on the LiveWell Network, has a recipe for a grilled pineapple salsa. You can find more recipes like this on the Live Well Network.

Recipe for grilled pineapple salsa
Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Serves: 3 cups

Ingredients:
12 oz. pineapple (about 1/2 of a fresh pineapple)
1 tablespoon jalapeno chili (about 1/2 jalapeno chili)
1 medium red onion, peeled, and cut into 1/4 of an inch slices
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 cup diced ripe tomatoes
3/4 cup roughly chopped cilantro leaves
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil

Preparation:
1. On a hot grill, grill pineapple, jalapeno and red onion until lightly charred and softened.
2. Remove from the grill and let cool. Dice pineapple, jalapeno and red onion and place in a mixing bowl.
3. Add remaining ingredients and stir until combined. It can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for several days.
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