Description
This Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant side dish that’s perfect for summer. The combination of sweet pineapple, crisp cucumber, and tangy dressing creates a light and healthy salad that pairs well with grilled dishes or as a standalone snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit and Vegetables:
- 2 cups pineapple, diced
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing:
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, cucumber slices, red bell pepper, and red onion.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Toss Salad: Drizzle the dressing over the fruit and vegetable mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Add Cilantro: Sprinkle the chopped cilantro over the top and toss again.
- Serve: Serve immediately, or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to chill before serving.
Notes
- For a little extra crunch, you can add some chopped jalapeño for a mild spice.
- If you prefer a sweeter salad, increase the amount of honey.
- You can also add feta cheese for a creamy contrast if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
