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Easy Pineapple Cucumber Salad – Fresh, Healthy Tropical Side Dish

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If you’re looking for a bright, refreshing, and slightly tropical salad, this Pineapple Cucumber Salad is exactly what you need. The sweetness of ripe pineapple pairs perfectly with cool, crunchy cucumbers, while a zesty lime dressing ties everything together with fresh flavor.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 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

  1. Dice pineapple into bite-sized pieces. Slice cucumber, red onion, and jalapeño. Chop cilantro and crumble feta if using.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  3. In a large bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
  4. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.
  5. Sprinkle with feta if using. Serve immediately or chill 15–30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Add chopped peanuts or cashews for extra crunch.
  • Prep up to 6 hours ahead; add dressing just before serving.
  • Soak red onion in cold water 5 minutes for milder flavor.
  • Author: lily
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad, Side Dish
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Tropical, Fresh, Healthy
  • Diet: Vegetarian