When it comes to dinner in our house, Mexican food is a safe choice. We usually all agree as I get to show off some of my culinary skills and try new recipes, and the kids aren’t opting for chicken nuggets (what IS it with kids and chicken nuggets anyway?). Also, Brian loves all kinds of cuisine, so he happily tries all of my new recipes.
Sometimes, I will try and think of a great place that Brian and I ate at when were dating or on vacation, and recreate a recipe to reminisce. That is what I did with this pineapple salsa. When we were dating, we used to eat at this great place on the North side of Chicago that had great pineapple salsa, and I have wanted to recreate it every since. I had some fresh pineapple in the house, and the kids wanted Mexican, it seemed like the perfect thing to accompany tacos and quinoa salad.
I was not worried about the kids enjoying it as it is mild and refreshing. (NOTE: I made this batch without cilantro, but you could easily add in a handful of fresh chopped cilantro and it would be awesome!)
Pineapple Salsa
1/2 pineapple finely chopped
1 large red bell pepper finely chopped
1/2 red onion minced
1 lime zested and juiced
Salt and pepper to taste
In a large bowl, mix all the ingredients. Serve with chips or top tacos or quesadillas. Store in an aright container and refrigerate, good for about 4 days. (ours didn’t last nearly that long).
Are there any recipes that you try to recreate to remember a special time?
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