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Pineapple Cucumber Salad

Pineapple Cucumber Salad for a Refreshing Summer Feast

This Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing blend of flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium Fresh Pineapple Diced into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 medium English Cucumber Sliced into half-moons or small cubes
  • 1 small Red Onion Thinly sliced
  • 1 small Jalapeño Thinly sliced; omit if desired
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; optional
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lime Juice Essential for flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup For sweetness
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Base of the dressing
  • 1 pinch Salt To taste
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for heat
For Optional Toppings
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese Crumble for creaminess; optional
  • 0.25 cup Chopped Nuts For extra crunch; optional

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • Cutting Board
  • Knife

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Dice the fresh pineapple and slice the English cucumber. Finely slice the red onion and jalapeño. Arrange ingredients on a cutting board.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, jalapeño, and cilantro. Pour the dressing over and toss gently.
  4. Chill the salad for 15-30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Add the dressing right before serving to maintain the cucumber's crispiness. This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

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