Description
Pineapple Cucumber Salad is the ultimate refreshing side dish for your summer gatherings. This vibrant salad combines the natural sweetness of ripe pineapple with crunchy cucumbers, enhanced by a zesty lime dressing that adds a burst of flavor to every bite. It’s not only quick and easy to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also packed with healthy ingredients, making it a guilt-free addition to any meal. Perfect as a light lunch or a colorful accompaniment to grilled meats and tacos, this salad is versatile and customizable. Whether you enjoy it on its own or as part of a larger spread, Pineapple Cucumber Salad is sure to impress your guests with its tropical flair.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large English cucumber, diced
- ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all the fruits and vegetables.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg