Pineapple Cucumber Salad
A refreshing, hydrating salad combining sweet pineapple and crisp cucumber with a tangy lime dressing, perfect for summer meals.
Ingredients
- 1 ripe pineapple diced
- 1 English cucumber or 2 Persian cucumbers, diced
- ½ small red onion finely chopped
- 1 handful fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 avocado optional, diced
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- Fresh black pepper to taste
- 3 oz feta cheese optional
Instructions
- Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized cubes.
- Finely chop the red onion and fresh cilantro.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
- Fold in diced avocado and crumbled feta cheese, if using.
- Serve immediately, chilled for best taste.
Notes
- Add salt and dressing just before serving to avoid a watery salad.
- Substitute mint or basil for cilantro if desired.
- For a spicy kick, add a few thin slices of red chili.
- To make it vegan, skip the feta or use a plant-based alternative.