Cucumber and Pineapple Salad
This refreshing Cucumber and Pineapple Salad combines juicy pineapple, cucumber, lime, cilantro, and red onion. Refreshing and ready in 15 minutes, it is an addition to BBQs, picnics, and weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Pineapple Diced
- 1 Cucumber Diced
- ¼ cup red onion Thin Slices
- 5 tablespoon Fresh Cilantro
- 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
- 2 Limes Zest and Juice
- ½ teaspoon Salt
- pinch Chili Flakes Optional
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Peel and chop the pineapple into bite-sized pieces. Slice the English cucumber into half-moons, thinly slice the red onion, and roughly chop the cilantro. 3 cups Pineapple 1 Cucumber ¼ cup red onion 5 tbsp Fresh Cilantro
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lime zest, fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt, and red chili flakes. 1 tbsp Olive Oil 2 Limes ½ tsp Salt pinch Chili Flakes
- Combine: Add the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro to a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately for the freshest flavor and crunch, or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
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Notes
- English cucumbers are my choice for this salad. They are crunchy and way less watery than regular ones. No need to peel before dicing.
- Don't skip the zest! The lime zest adds way more flavor than the juice alone.
- A fresh, ripe pineapple is best! The sweeter the better. Look for a pineapple that is a little soft to the touch.
- Cut everything into similar-sized pieces. Keeping things close to the same size ensures every bite has the perfect balance of flavors.
- Taste before serving. Pineapples vary in sweetness, so give the salad a final taste and add an extra squeeze of lime juice or a pinch of salt if needed to balance the flavors.
Storage
Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days. This salad can lose freshness and get soggy after a couple of days.
Nutrition
Calories: 77kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.3gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 197mgPotassium: 192mgFiber: 2gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 118IUVitamin C: 48mgCalcium: 27mgIron: 1mg
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