Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad 🌿🍍🥒
Why You’ll Love It
This salad is the perfect balance of sweet pineapple, crisp cucumber, and zesty herbs. It’s hydrating, vibrant, and comes together in minutes — great as a side dish for summer BBQs, picnics, or even a quick weekday lunch.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, cut into bite-size chunks
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced into half-moons
- ¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional: a pinch of chili flakes or Tajín for a spicy kick
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and fresh herbs.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Taste and adjust seasoning — add chili flakes if you want a bit of heat.
- Chill for 15 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
Tips & Variations
- Make it heartier: Add avocado slices or feta cheese.
- Spicy twist: Sprinkle with Tajín or add diced jalapeño.
- Meal prep: Keep the dressing separate if storing overnight, then toss before serving.