Pineapple Cucumber Salad
This refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad combines juicy pineapple, crisp cucumber, and a sweet-tangy lime honey dressing. It's the perfect mix of cooling and zesty—ideal for hot days, backyard BBQs, or light lunches.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cups fresh pineapple diced
- 1 large English cucumber diced (or 2 Persian cucumbers)
- ¼ small red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 small jalapeño thinly sliced (optional)
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese optional
For the Dressing:
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
- Dice pineapple and cucumber. Slice onion and jalapeño.
- Chop cilantro and crumble feta.
- Whisk lime juice, honey, oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl.
- In a large bowl, toss together pineapple, cucumber, onion, jalapeño, and cilantro.
- Drizzle with dressing.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/pineapple-cucumber-salad/
Notes
Flavor Boost: For extra tang, add a splash of rice vinegar or a pinch of sumac.
Make It Vegan: Use maple syrup and omit the feta or use plant-based cheese.
Add Crunch: Toss in roasted pepitas or cashews for a textural twist.
Meal Idea: Serve alongside grilled fish, tacos, or as a topping for rice bowls.