Description
A refreshing and vibrant Pineapple Cucumber Salad combining sweet pineapple, crisp cucumber, and tangy lime dressing. Perfect as a quick, healthy side dish or snack that requires no cooking and is ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro or mint leaves, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for a little heat)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, peeled and sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion to form the base of the salad.
- Add Herbs: Add the chopped fresh cilantro or mint leaves to the bowl and gently toss them together with the other ingredients to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, honey (if using), salt, and pepper until the mixture is well emulsified and smooth.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Add Heat (Optional): If desired, sprinkle crushed red pepper flakes over the salad to add a subtle spicy kick and gently toss again.
- Chill and Serve: Serve the salad immediately for a crisp freshness or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and develop. This salad is best enjoyed chilled.
- Enjoy: Serve as a perfect light side dish or refreshing snack any time of the day.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add toasted nuts like cashews or almonds.
- You can substitute lime juice with lemon juice for a slightly different citrus flavor.
- Adjust honey amount to taste or omit entirely for a less sweet version.
- This salad is best consumed fresh; avoid storing longer than 1 hour to maintain crispness.
- Use fresh herbs to maximize freshness and flavor intensity.
