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A bowl of pineapple salad with herbs and chopped peppers, with a spoon and three whole orange peppers on a green striped surface.
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Trinidadian Pineapple Chow

This Trinidadian pineapple chow is a refreshing Caribbean snack made with juicy fresh pineapple, lime juice, salt, chile, and fresh cilantro. Sweet, tangy, salty, and spicy, it's an unforgettable way to enjoy fresh pineapple!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time0 minutes
Rest Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Caribbean, Trinidadian
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 80kcal
Author: Kristen Wood

Ingredients

  • 1 ripe fresh pineapple peeled, cored, and cut into bite-sized spears or chunks; see notes
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice about 1 large lime
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt or flaky salt
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons cane sugar; see notes
  • 1 Scotch bonnet or habanero pepper minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro chopped
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Instructions

  • Chop the pineapple and place in a large bowl.
    Chunks of fresh pineapple are arranged on a wooden cutting board set on a green tiled surface.
  • Add the lime juice, lime zest, salt, sugar, chile, and cilantro. Toss well until every piece is evenly coated.
    A white bowl filled with chopped yellow root vegetables garnished with chopped herbs, placed on a green tiled surface.
  • Let the chow rest for 10 to 15 minutes so the pineapple releases some of its juices and the flavors meld.
    A bowl of chopped pineapple pieces mixed with herbs and small orange pepper pieces, with a metal spoon on the side.
  • Serve immediately, or chill for up to 1 hour before serving for an even brighter flavor. Enjoy!
    A bowl of pineapple salad with herbs and chopped peppers sits on a green tiled surface, with a spoon and three whole orange peppers nearby.

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Notes

If you using store-bought fresh or frozen pineapple chunks, aim for 4-5 cups of pineapple.
If I'm using a very ripe, sweet pineapple, I use 1 tablespoon of sugar. If it's less sweet, I prefer 2 tablespoons.
Chow is best eaten within a day or two. Keep it covered in the fridge, though the pineapple will keep releasing juice the longer it sits, so drain a little before serving if it gets watery.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 80kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 389mg | Potassium: 176mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 111IU | Vitamin C: 76mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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