Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining sweet pineapple and crisp cucumber, perfect for hot days and gatherings.
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
- Prepare the vegetables and fruit: Dice the pineapple, slice the cucumber, and finely slice the red onion. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the dressing: Whisk together the chili powder, lime juice, honey (or maple syrup), and salt in a separate bowl.
- Combine the salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
- Let it marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
This salad can be served immediately or chilled. It pairs well with grilled meats and seafood.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, pineapple, cucumber, healthy, vegan, summer dish, side dish