Pineapple Cucumber Salad
A light and refreshing salad featuring sweet pineapple and crisp cucumber, perfect for summer BBQs or as a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced Go for sweet, ripe pineapple to make the salad pop! Fresh is best, but canned works too.
- 1 medium cucumber, diced English cucumbers are preferred for their seedless nature.
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced Gives a lovely crunch and zesty flavor.
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped Can be swapped for parsley if preferred.
- 1 tablespoon lime juice Fresh lime juice is key for best flavor.
- to taste salt and pepper Enhances the fruity and veggie flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- Squeeze the lime juice over the salad and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
- Enjoy with your next BBQ or picnic!
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time for meal prep. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days. For best results, don't slice cucumbers until just before serving to maintain their crunch.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20g
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