Description
Indulge in a refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad that’s a perfect blend of sweet and crisp flavors! This vibrant dish combines juicy pineapple with cool cucumber, creating a delightful balance that’s sure to brighten up any occasion. Tossed with a zesty lime dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also incredibly easy to make. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up this nutritious dish, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch. Whether served as a starter or paired with grilled meats, this versatile salad will impress your guests while keeping your meal light and healthy.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large English cucumber, diced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
- For the dressing: 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Slice the red onion and jalapeño (if using), then chop the cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, black pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced pineapple, cucumber, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Drizzle with the dressing and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe pineapple for optimal sweetness. Adjust spice levels by varying jalapeño and red pepper flakes according to taste. Add toasted nuts or seeds for extra crunch if desired.