Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of this Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad, a perfect blend of sweet pineapple and crisp cucumber. Enhanced by fresh mint and zesty lime, this easy-to-make dish is a delightful addition to any summer gathering or picnic. Bursting with color and flavor, it promises not just to satisfy your taste buds but also to elevate your mood. Enjoy this light salad as a side or a refreshing main course—it’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients by peeling and coring the pineapple, then cutting it into bite-sized chunks. Wash and slice cucumbers thinly. Finely chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, and red onion. Toss gently.
- Add torn mint leaves for freshness and mix well.
- Drizzle freshly squeezed lime juice over the salad and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tropical
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg