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Pineapple Cucumber Salad

Pineapple Cucumber Salad: A Refreshing Summer Delight

A vibrant Pineapple Cucumber Salad that celebrates summer with tropical freshness and is quick to prepare.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Healthy, Vegan
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 whole Pineapple Peel and dice.
  • 1 whole Cucumber Use an English cucumber.
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Thinly sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Chopped, optional.
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Lime Juice Fresh lime preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Can substitute with agave syrup.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 whole Jalapeño Minced, optional.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Gather all your ingredients. Peel and dice the fresh pineapple into bite-sized chunks. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds. Chop the red onion finely.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, sliced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion. Gently mix them together.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and honey until well emulsified.
  4. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss the ingredients to ensure everything is evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle in the chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste, then toss the salad again.
  6. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
  7. Once chilled, give the salad a final toss and adjust seasoning before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best served chilled. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Avoid freezing for best texture.

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