Description
A refreshing salad combining the sweetness of ripe pineapple and the crisp texture of cucumber, perfect for warm evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ripe pineapple, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lime
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by dicing the pineapple into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they are uniform for even marinating.
- Next, dice the cucumber and finely chop the red onion; the contrast in textures is essential.
- Combine the pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro in a large bowl.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture, then season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss everything together until evenly coated, allowing it to marinate for about 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
This salad is best enjoyed fresh. For optimal texture, avoid over-dicing the cucumber, and consider draining any excess liquid before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg