Pineapple Cucumber Salad Recipe
This refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. The juicy pineapple, crisp cucumber, and zesty lime dressing make it a delightful side dish or light meal.
- Author: moretti
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Pineapple Cucumber Salad:
- 1 medium pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Optional: 1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced for extra heat
Lime Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix diced pineapple, sliced cucumber, and red onion.
- Prepare Dressing: Whisk lime juice, olive oil, and honey in a separate bowl.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the pineapple and cucumber mixture, coat evenly.
- Add Seasonings: Mix in cilantro, salt, and pepper, ensuring even distribution.
- Optional Heat: Include minced jalapeño for extra spice and mix well.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to blend flavors.
- Final Touch: Toss once more before serving and garnish with cilantro.
Notes
- You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of honey used.
- For a milder flavor, remove the seeds from the jalapeño before mincing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Pineapple Cucumber Salad, Tropical Salad, Summer Salad, Light Meal, Side Dish