Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Experience a burst of summer in every bite with this refreshing pineapple cucumber salad. The sweetness of ripe pineapple pairs perfectly with the crispness of cool cucumbers, creating a vibrant dish that’s not only delicious but also visually stunning. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal, this salad is sure to impress friends and family alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large English cucumber, sliced (about 2 cups)
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse pineapple and cucumber under cool water.
- Chop the pineapple into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumber lengthwise before cutting into half-moons.
- Thinly slice red onion and roughly chop cilantro leaves.
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- Drizzle lime juice over the salad, then season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently until well mixed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Substitute zucchini for cucumbers or add jalapeños for some heat. Enhance flavor by experimenting with fresh herbs such as mint or basil.