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Pineapple Cucumber Salad

Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad for a Vibrant Summer Whirl

A delightful Pineapple Cucumber Salad that blends tropical sweetness with crisp cucumber for a perfect summer dish.
Prep Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium Ripe pineapple diced
  • 1 large Cucumber peeled and sliced
  • 1 small Red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup Fresh mint leaves finely chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh cilantro finely chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 lime Lime juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Addition
  • 1 small Jalapeño finely chopped, optional for heat

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Start by taking your ripe pineapple, peeling, coring, and cutting it into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Peel the cucumber and slice it thinly, followed by slicing the red onion into delicate rings.
  3. Lay everything out on your cutting board for easy access.
Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine the freshly cut pineapple, thinly sliced cucumber, and red onion.
  2. Add the finely chopped mint and cilantro, mixing to infuse flavors.
Prepare Dressing
  1. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, and olive oil until fully blended.
Dress the Salad
  1. Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients, ensuring each piece is coated.
  2. Gently toss together with a spatula for about 30 seconds.
Season and Marinate
  1. Season with salt and pepper to taste, adding jalapeño if desired.
  2. Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes before serving.
Serve
  1. Give the salad a final stir before transferring to a serving dish.
  2. Garnish with additional mint or cilantro leaves if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 260mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor and allow the salad to marinate to enhance the taste.

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