Description
Refreshing Pineapple Salad is a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy tropical dish made with pineapple, avocado, cucumber, red onion, and herbs tossed in a lime-chili dressing—perfect for summer BBQs, picnics, or light lunches.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into chunks
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 red chili or jalapeño, finely chopped (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, avocado, cucumber, red onion, chili (if using), and herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 10–15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve fresh as a side or light appetizer.
Notes
- Use ripe but firm avocado to avoid mushiness when mixing.
- For extra zing, add a pinch of chili flakes or more lime juice.
- Goes great with grilled shrimp or chicken as a tropical side.
- Best served the same day for optimal texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixed
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
