Name: Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: 2 cups diced fresh pineapple; 1 large English cucumber (or 2 Persian cucumbers), diced; 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced; 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional); 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional); 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Description

As the summer sun warms our days, I can’t help but crave something refreshing and light. That’s where my Pineapple Cucumber Salad comes into play! This vibrant dish is not only a quick solution for a busy day, but it’s also perfect for impressing your loved ones at a gathering. With juicy pineapple and crunchy cucumber, it’s a delightful burst of flavor that never fails to brighten my mood. I promise, every bite is like a mini vacation for your taste buds, making it a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their summer meals!

Ingredients

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2 cups diced fresh pineapple
1 large English cucumber (or 2 Persian cucumbers), diced
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and jalapeño. Chop the cilantro and crumble the feta cheese if using.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
Sprinkle crumbled feta on top if desired.
Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Notes

For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.
Adjust the spiciness by adding or reducing the jalapeño and red pepper flakes.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 150
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 19g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 3mg