Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining the sweetness of pineapple with the crispness of cucumber, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey (or agave syrup)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider mixing in 1/4 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans.
- To make it spicier, add a diced jalapeño or a pinch of cayenne pepper to the salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg