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Deliciously Refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad Recipe

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Looking for a light, tropical dish that’s quick, healthy, and absolutely packed with fresh flavor? This Pineapple Cucumber Salad Recipe is the ultimate answer to your summer cravings.

Ingredients

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2 cups diced fresh pineapple
1 large English cucumber, peeled and diced
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
1–2 jalapeños, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Add-ins:
Crushed peanuts or cashews for crunch
Sliced green onions for bite
Mint leaves for a cooling touch
Chili flakes or Tajín for heat

Instructions

Step 1 – Chop the ingredients
Peel and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Dice the pineapple to match in size for balanced bites. Finely chop the red onion, jalapeño (if using), and cilantro.

Step 2 – Make the dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, rice vinegar, honey, a pinch of salt, and a few cracks of black pepper. Adjust to taste. Want it tangier? Add more lime. Sweeter? A touch more honey.

Step 3 – Toss the salad
In a large mixing bowl, combine all your chopped ingredients. Pour the dressing over everything and gently toss to coat evenly.

Step 4 – Chill and serve
While you can serve this salad immediately, letting it chill for 20–30 minutes in the fridge helps the flavors meld beautifully. Give it one more gentle toss before serving.

Step 5 – Garnish
Top with chopped nuts or sliced green onions, and a bit of lime zest for extra flavor and visual appeal.

Notes

Use fresh pineapple for the sweetest, juiciest result. English cucumbers work best because they’re seedless and have thinner skin, which makes prep easier and texture better. If you want a bit of heat, add finely chopped jalapeño—but always taste and adjust before adding too much.

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