Description
A crisp, juicy summer salad combining sweet pineapple chunks with crunchy cucumbers, red onion, fresh herbs, and a tangy lime dressing—perfectly refreshing for BBQs, picnics, or light meals.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into bite-sized chunks
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped (optional)
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or agave syrup
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Pinch of chili flakes (optional, for a kick)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and mint (if using).
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey or agave, salt, pepper, and chili flakes.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Chill for 15–30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld. Serve cold.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped peanuts or sunflower seeds just before serving.
- Substitute basil for mint for a different herbal twist.
- Best served the same day to retain freshness and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
