Cucumber and Pineapple Salad
This quick cucumber and pineapple salad is crisp and juicy with a honey-lime dressing and thin slices of red onion. Enjoy it as a side dish for grilled meats or take it to a potluck or picnic.
Servings: 4
Calories: 102kcal
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber thinly sliced
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cups fresh pineapple cut into bite-size chunks
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ¼ small red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Optional
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 lime cut into wedges or slices
Instructions
- Toss the red onion with the sliced cucumber and pineapple in a large mixing bowl.
- Whisk the honey with the lime juice, olive oil, salt and black pepper in a small mixing bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture, then toss gently to coat evenly.
- Add chopped cilantro if using and toss gently to distribute.
- Garnish with lime wedges or slices if liked.
Notes
- Cut bite-size pineapple chunks: I find that smaller chunks are easier to scoop with the cucumber slices.
- Use a wide bowl: A wide bowl leaves enough room to toss the salad gently.
- Add cilantro shortly before serving: Fresh cilantro can darken and soften if it’s left in the dressed salad for too long. Fold it in shortly before serving if you want it to look fresher.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 102kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 148mg | Potassium: 215mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 45mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.5mg