Description

This Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing tropical side dish that balances juicy sweetness with a tangy lime dressing and optional spicy kick. Crisp cucumbers, vibrant pineapple, red onion, and cilantro come together in just minutes—perfect for BBQs, potlucks, or light summer lunches.

Ingredients

For the Salad:
2 cups diced fresh pineapple
1 large English cucumber (or 2 Persian cucumbers), diced
1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 small jalapeño, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

For the Zesty Lime Dressing:
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

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Instructions

Dice the pineapple and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion and jalapeño. Chop the cilantro and crumble the feta cheese if using.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, honey or maple syrup, olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes until combined.
In a large mixing bowl, combine pineapple, cucumber, red onion, cilantro, and jalapeño.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
Sprinkle crumbled feta on top if desired.
Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor. Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be made a few hours ahead. For a vegan option, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative. Add grilled shrimp or chicken for a heartier version.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Tropical / Fusion