Description
Refreshing and vibrant, this Pineapple Cucumber Salad is the perfect summer dish to invigorate your taste buds. Bursting with juicy pineapple and crisp cucumber, it’s drizzled with a zesty lime vinaigrette that enhances the sweet and tangy flavors. Ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light main course, this salad promises a delightful experience in every bite. In just 15 minutes, you can create a bowl of tropical goodness that will leave your guests craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1 tablespoon honey or agave syrup
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by washing and chopping the pineapple into bite-sized pieces, slicing the cucumber thinly, and finely chopping the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle lime juice and honey/agave over the mixture. Stir gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or acidity as needed.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added texture, consider including diced mango or berries. If you prefer a spicy kick, finely chop jalapeños and mix them in.