Description
Elevate your summer gatherings with this vibrant and refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad. Bursting with the sweet juiciness of ripe pineapple and the crispness of fresh cucumbers, this salad offers a delightful balance of flavors that will leave your guests craving more. Perfect as a side dish for picnics or barbecues, it’s quick to prepare and packed with nutrients, making it a must-try recipe for those hot sunny days.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the pineapple into bite-sized pieces and slicing the cucumber thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and mint leaves. Toss gently.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper. Toss again to combine.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking involved
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 18mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating cilantro along with mint. Substitute mango for pineapple for a tropical twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.