Description
A vibrant salad bursting with the sweet juiciness of ripe pineapple and the crisp crunch of fresh cucumber, enhanced by red onion, cilantro, and zesty lime juice.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Start by dicing the pineapple and cucumber into small, even pieces, ensuring a balance of flavor and texture in every bite.
- Combine in a bowl: In a large mixing bowl, toss together the diced pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.
- Dress the salad: Squeeze the juice of one lime over the salad and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss and serve: Gently fold the ingredients to combine without mashing them. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Customize by adding bell peppers or avocado for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, pineapple, cucumber, tropical, fresh vegetables