Pineapple Cucumber Salad: Amazing 15-Minute Summer Jackpot
A refreshing tropical salad combining sweet juicy pineapple and crisp cucumber with colorful vegetables and a bright, zesty lime dressing. Perfect for warm weather and ready in just 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cook
- Cuisine: Tropical
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 whole ripe pineapple, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 whole red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 whole jalapeño, deseeded and minced (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and jalapeño if using.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice and honey or maple syrup until well combined.
3. Pour the lime mixture over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat evenly.
4. Add the chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste. Toss again to combine.
5. Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Notes
Serve in a large glass bowl and garnish with extra cilantro and lime wedges for a tropical presentation.
For extra crunch, add diced jicama or toasted pumpkin seeds.
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/pineapple-cucumber-salad/