Description
Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing tropical delight that combines sweet pineapple and crunchy cucumber, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. This vibrant salad is perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light side dish. With its bright colors and delightful flavors, it’s bound to impress your guests and elevate any meal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the fresh pineapple into small cubes and slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Add the red onion and chopped cilantro to a large bowl with the pineapple and cucumber.
- Drizzle freshly squeezed lime juice over the mixture. Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine without bruising the pineapple.
- Chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in mint or avocado for creaminess. To prevent cucumbers from getting soggy, sprinkle them with salt and let them sit for a few minutes before mixing.