Sweet Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Sweet Pineapple Cucumber Salad, a refreshing dish that perfectly balances the sweetness of fresh pineapple with the crispness of cucumber. This delightful salad is not only quick to prepare—taking just 10 minutes—but also versatile enough to serve as a side at summer barbecues or as a light meal on its own. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, it’s a nutritious option packed with vitamins and minimal added sugars. Whether you’re enjoying it with grilled chicken or on its own, this salad is sure to impress. Elevate your summer gatherings with this colorful, tasty dish that celebrates the season’s best produce!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced fresh pineapple
- 1 large English cucumber, diced
- 1/4 small red onion, sliced thin
- 1/4 cup chopped cilantro leaves
- 1 small jalapeño, sliced thin (optional)
- 2 tbsp lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Wash all produce thoroughly.
- Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces.
- Thinly slice the red onion and jalapeño (if using) and add to a mixing bowl along with cilantro.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes in a separate bowl.
- Combine the dressing with the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg