Pineapple Cucumber Salad – Sweet, Tangy & Super Refreshing!

Pineapple Cucumber Salad is the ultimate summertime refresher! Bursting with juicy pineapple, crisp cucumbers, and zesty lime, this salad is perfect as a BBQ side, light lunch, or even as a cool snack. It’s naturally gluten-free, low-calorie, and totally addicting!

For more vibrant and easy-to-make dishes like this one, check out our Healthy Summer Recipes over at tinsuf.com or explore our collection of fruit-forward meals like Cucumber Watermelon Salad.

 Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced

• 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced

• ½ small red onion, finely sliced

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• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro or mint

• 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)

• Juice of 1 lime

• 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup

• ½ tsp salt

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• ¼ tsp ground black pepper

 Instructions

1. Chop & Prep

• Dice the pineapple and slice the cucumber thinly (peel if preferred).

• Finely slice the onion and chop fresh herbs.

2. Combine Ingredients

• In a large bowl, toss together pineapple, cucumber, onion, cilantro/mint, and jalapeño if using.

3. Mix the Dressing

• In a separate small bowl, whisk:

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  • Lime juice

  • Honey or maple syrup

  • Salt and black pepper

4. Toss Together

• Pour the dressing over the fruit and veggies.

• Gently toss everything until evenly coated.

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5. Chill & Serve

• Refrigerate for 15–30 minutes to let flavors mingle.

• Serve chilled and enjoy the refreshing burst!

 Time & Serving

• Prep Time: 10 minutes

• Chill Time: 15–30 minutes

• Total Time: ~25–40 minutes

• Servings: 4

 Tips & Variations

• Spicy version: Add extra jalapeño or a dash of chili flakes

• Minty twist: Swap cilantro for fresh mint for a cool flavor

• Add protein: Toss in some grilled shrimp or tofu for a light meal

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• Storage: Best eaten fresh but can be stored in the fridge for up to 24 hours

Nutrition (Per Serving – Approximate)

• Calories: 90

• Carbs: 22g

• Fiber: 2g

• Sugar: 14g

• Protein: 1g

• Fat: 0g

This tropical cucumber pineapple salad is crisp, light, and the definition of summer on a plate. Whether you’re serving it at a barbecue or keeping it all to yourself—it’s absolutely irresistible.

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