Description
Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the sweetness of fresh pineapple with the crispness of cucumbers, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Ideal for summer gatherings or as a light meal, this salad is easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. With its bright colors and zesty lime dressing, it’s a delightful addition to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and rinse under cold water.
- Dice the pineapple into bite-sized cubes.
- Thinly slice the cucumber without peeling.
- Finely chop the red onion; soak in water if desired to reduce sharpness.
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with lime juice, season with salt and pepper, and add chili flakes if using.
- Toss gently until well mixed; chill for 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Fresh
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg