Description
This vibrant Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a tropical delight that combines the sweetness of fresh pineapple with the cool crunch of cucumber. Perfect for summer picnics or post-hike refreshment, it’s a nutrient-packed dish that’s easy to prepare and bursting with flavor. With minimal ingredients and a quick prep time, this salad is sure to become a staple in your outdoor dining repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced (about 1 medium pineapple)
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, roughly chopped
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons)
Instructions
- Prepare the pineapple by peeling, coring, and chopping it into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice the cucumber thinly for maximum crunch.
- Finely chop half a red onion and rinse then roughly chop the cilantro.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, sliced cucumber, chopped onion, and cilantro.
- Squeeze lime juice over the mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg