Description
A refreshing and vibrant pineapple cucumber salad tossed in a sweet and tangy chili-lime dressing, perfect for a light side dish.
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 leaves, chopped (optional)
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, sliced cucumber, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, lime juice, honey, and salt.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Garnish with fresh cilantro or mint before serving.
Notes
Use ripe, sweet pineapple for the best flavor.
Adjust chili powder to control the spice level.
This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to one day.
Add avocado or feta cheese for extra richness if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg