Fresh Pineapple Salad

Bursting with tropical freshness and vibrant colors, this Fresh Pineapple Salad is the perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Featuring juicy, ripe pineapple, crisp cucumber, crunchy red bell pepper, and zesty lime juice, this salad is further elevated with the aromatic addition of fresh cilantro and an optional kick of jalapeño. The honey-lime dressing ties everything together with a touch of sweetness and citrusy brightness, making it a refreshing side dish for barbecues, picnics, or light meals. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this easy recipe is a deliciously healthy way to highlight tropical fruit and is ideal for pairing with grilled seafood, chicken, or tofu. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a vibrant appetizer, this salad will be the star of any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole (medium, ripe) pineapple
• 1 large cucumber
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 small red onion
• 0.5 cup (chopped) fresh cilantro
• 2 medium (zested and juiced) lime
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 small (optional, seeded and finely chopped) jalapeño

Directions

Step 1

Cut off the top and bottom of the pineapple. Stand it upright and slice off the outer skin, removing any remaining eyes. Cut the pineapple into quarters lengthwise, remove the core, and dice the flesh into bite-sized pieces. Transfer to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber, cut it in half lengthwise, and scrape out the seeds with a spoon. Dice the cucumber into small pieces and add to the pineapple.

Step 3

Dice the red bell pepper and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Roughly chop the fresh cilantro and add it to the mixture in the bowl.

Step 5

If using jalapeño for heat, remove the seeds (or keep them for extra spice) and finely chop. Add to the salad.

Step 6

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, lime zest, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 7

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Refrigerate the salad for 15-20 minutes before serving for the flavors to meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a light appetizer, side dish, or paired with grilled seafood or meat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1631.1 grams (1631.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	918

Total Fat 30.30g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.70g	24%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.20g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 172.60g	63%
Dietary Fiber 21.00g	75%
Total Sugars 121.20g
Protein 10.30g	21%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 241mg	19%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 2061mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.2%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 68.7%