Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad for a Tropical Twist
Bring a burst of tropical flavor to your table with this Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad for a Tropical Twist. This vibrant dish combines juicy pineapple and crisp cucumber, creating a delightful harmony that’s perfect for warm-weather dining. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s an effortless addition to summer barbecues, picnics, or casual family dinners. The salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with vitamins and fiber, making it a nutritious option that’s easily customizable. Whether served as a light appetizer or alongside grilled chicken, this salad will keep your taste buds dancing all season long.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple (diced)
- 1 large cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 red onion (finely sliced)
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Fresh cilantro or mint (chopped)
Instructions
- Dice the pineapple into small cubes and thinly slice the cucumber and red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, sliced cucumber, and red onion; add chili powder.
- Squeeze lime juice over the salad, drizzle honey or maple syrup, and sprinkle salt.
- Toss gently until well combined; fold in chopped cilantro or mint.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg