Description
This pineapple cucumber salad is the ultimate refreshing summer side. Packed with hydration, natural enzymes, and a touch of heat, it’s the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and crunchy; all ready in under 15 minutes.
Ingredients
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 teaspoon sea salt
2 tablespoons fresh mint or cilantro, chopped
Optional: 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes or 2–3 slices fresh jalapeño
Instructions
1. Slice cucumber thinly and toss with sea salt. Let rest 10 minutes, then drain excess water.
2. In a bowl, combine cucumber, pineapple, and red onion.
3. Add lime juice and optional chili if using. Toss gently.
4. Sprinkle chopped herbs on top and serve chilled.
Notes
For extra depth, add a drizzle of toasted sesame oil or a splash of rice vinegar. Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 85
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 0.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg