Pineapple Cucumber Salad: The Ultimate Refreshing Side
Pineapple Cucumber Salad is the ultimate refreshing side dish that bursts with vibrant flavors and textures. This quick and easy salad combines sweet, juicy pineapple with crisp cucumber and a hint of spice from jalapeño, creating a delightful medley perfect for summer gatherings. Whether served alongside grilled chicken or enjoyed as a healthy snack, this salad’s bright colors and zesty lime dressing will elevate any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups fresh pineapple (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1 large English cucumber (diced into 1/2-inch pieces)
- 1/2 cup red onion (finely diced)
- 1 jalapeño (finely minced, seeds removed for less heat)
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp honey or agave nectar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced pineapple, diced cucumber, finely diced red onion, minced jalapeño, and chopped cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lime juice, olive oil, honey (or agave), salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg