Tropical Avocado Salsa

• 1 tablespoon chopped peeled fresh ginger
• 1 jalapeno, seeded if desired, chopped
• 1/2 clove garlic, chopped
• Kosher salt
• 1 cup finely chopped fresh pineapple, plus more for garnish
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves, coarsely chopped, plus a few sprigs for garnish
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/2 cup grape tomatoes, quartered
• 2 ripe avocados, peeled, seeded and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• Sweet potato, blue corn and plantain chips, for dipping
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1. Place the ginger, jalapeno and garlic on a cutting board.
2. Using a large knife, chop the ingredients together until they are minced and well combined.
3. Sprinkle the mixture with 1/4 teaspoon salt and use the side of the knife to work the mixture into a coarse paste.
4. Transfer the paste to a medium bowl and add the pineapple, chopped cilantro, onions, tomatoes and avocados.
5. Toss gently to combine.
6. Add the lime juice and 3/4 teaspoon salt and toss again.
7. Taste and add additional salt if desired.
8. Transfer the salsa to a serving bowl and garnish with a few pieces of diced pineapple and cilantro sprigs.
9. Serve with the chips.
10. Cook's Note: If you're making this salsa ahead of time, you can refrigerate it, covered, for up to 4 hours.
11. When ready to serve, stir well, transfer to a serving bowl and garnish.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/food-network-kitchens/tropical-avocado-salsa-recipe.html (may not work)