Description
A refreshing and vibrant Pineapple Cucumber Salad featuring juicy pineapple, crisp mini cucumbers, creamy avocado, and a zesty poppy seed vinaigrette, perfect for a light and healthy side dish or snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 pineapple, cored and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 16 ounces mini cucumbers, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 large avocado, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
Vinaigrette Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon poppy seeds
Instructions
- Prepare the salad mixture: In a large bowl, combine the chopped pineapple, mini cucumbers, avocado, red onion, and cilantro, ensuring all ingredients are evenly mixed.
- Make the dressing: In a small jar with a tight-fitting lid, add the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, lime juice, honey, and poppy seeds. Seal the jar and shake vigorously until the dressing is well blended and emulsified.
- Toss the salad: Pour the vinaigrette over the pineapple mixture. Gently toss everything together to coat the salad ingredients evenly with the dressing. Serve immediately or chill briefly for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh and ripe pineapple and avocado.
- Adjust honey amount if you prefer a sweeter or more tart dressing.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature.
- This salad is best consumed soon after preparation to prevent avocado browning.
- Can be doubled easily for larger gatherings or meal prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Pineapple Cucumber Salad, Summer Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Salad, Fresh Salad
