Description

Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This delightful salad combines sweet, juicy pineapple with crisp cucumber, creating a wonderful contrast in textures and flavors. Tossed with a zesty lime dressing and enhanced by fresh cilantro, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve at barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch. Whether you enjoy it on its own or paired with grilled proteins, this salad promises to impress your guests without requiring much effort.

Ingredients

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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
Optional: jalapeño slices and feta cheese

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Instructions

Dice pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
Thinly slice red onion and jalapeño (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, cilantro, and jalapeño. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently.
If desired, sprinkle with feta cheese before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Tropical

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 75
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 35mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg