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Pineapple Cucumber Salad

Zesty Pineapple Cucumber Salad for a Refreshing Twist

A refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad with a zesty chili-lime dressing, perfect for warm days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup Pineapple Ripe, diced
  • 1 large Cucumber Sliced thin or in half moons
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely sliced
For the Dressing
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust according to heat preference
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Maple Syrup For sweetness; agave as vegan option
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Sea salt or kosher salt
Optional Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Cilantro or Mint Chopped

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash all ingredients thoroughly. Dice pineapple and slice cucumber and red onion.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine diced pineapple, cucumber, and sliced red onion.
Dressing Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together chili powder, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, and salt until smooth.
Combine
  1. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
Marination
  1. Let the salad sit for 10 to 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Serve
  1. Serve in a shallow bowl and garnish with cilantro or mint.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 1gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Enjoy fresh, but it can be refrigerated for a short time if needed. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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