Description
This Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing blend of sweet pineapple, crisp cucumber, and tangy lime dressing. It’s perfect for any occasion, adding a tropical twist to your meal.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1 small jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Let the salad chill in the fridge for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled.
Notes
This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
The salad can be made up to 1 hour ahead of time.
For a variation, you can add mango, watermelon, or papaya.
Consider substituting mint or basil for cilantro for a different flavor.
Use stevia or agave syrup for a sugar-free sweetener option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
