A refreshing salad combining sweet pineapple, crisp cucumber, and fresh herbs with a tangy lime-honey dressing, perfect for warm weather or as a tropical side dish.
Ingredients
2 cups fresh pineapple, diced into small cubes
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
1 teaspoon olive oil (optional)
Instructions
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Dice pineapple into uniform cubes.
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Thinly slice cucumber and pat dry.
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Slice red onion thinly; soak to reduce sharpness if desired.
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Chop mint and cilantro.
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Whisk lime juice, honey, salt, pepper, chili flakes, and olive oil.
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Combine pineapple, cucumber, onion, and herbs.
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Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
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Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving.
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Serve cold, garnished with herbs or chili flakes.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.