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    Pineapple Cucumber Salad

    Published: Aug 4, 2017 · Updated: Apr 30, 2018 by Natalie · 18 Comments

    This refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is ideal side that goes so well with any dinner or BBQ. It's packed with vitamins and so much crunchiness. It's HEALTHY, all natural and super easy to make! Great for potluck, parties and picnics.

    Pineapple Cucumber Salad with Lime

    I really enjoy having a salad with each of my meal no matter what season. But summer salads are somehow more special... more juicy, colorful, crunchy... and I don't know... seems like more refreshing.

    It's because of all that wonderful summer veggies. And probably because our bodies naturally crave for more refreshment during hot summer days and salads are the perfect way to cool down and nourish the body at the same time.

    When temperatures hit 95F+ (35C+), the best salads are the ones that are super easy to make. Like Arugula Beans Salad or Black Bean Avocado Salad. Or this lovely Pineapple Cucumber Salad that I'm sharing with you today. It's bright and bursting with fresh summer flavors. It's a bit addictive too, well at least to me... because of crunchiness.

    Jucy and refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a super HEALTHY way to cool down this summer! This salad is easy to make, bursting with fresh summer flavors and full of nutrients. Perfect side for summer BBQs and parties! #summer #BBQ #picnic #party #glutenfree #vegan #salad #healthy #lowcalorie #weightloss #fit #kidsfriendly | natalieshealth.com

    You may think this is one CRAZY combo, having having a fruit in your veggie salad. But actually, flavors in this salad are well balanced. PERFECT. The sweetness of the pineapple is balanced with the acidity of the lime, and the crunchy sweet red bell pepper goes so well with refreshing cucumber. The addition of aromatic red onion and cilantro are just amazing. This salad just screams SUMMER!

    This salad goes perfectly as a side dish with chicken or fish. Especially with grilled chicken or fish which makes this Pineapple Cucumber Salad perfect addition to any sort of BBQ or picnic you have planned. If you're planning bigger family/friends gatherings just make sure you make a double bunch of this salad because believe me it will seduce your guests and disappear quickly from the dinner table. It’s also perfect for those of us who don’t have a lot of time but craves those fresh, sweet flavors of summer.

    Jucy and refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a super HEALTHY way to cool down this summer! This salad is easy to make, bursting with fresh summer flavors and full of nutrients. Perfect side for summer BBQs and parties! #summer #BBQ #picnic #party #glutenfree #vegan #salad #healthy #lowcalorie #weightloss #fit #kidsfriendly | natalieshealth.com

    To make this salad, you'll only need few ingredients, a good knife and few minutes of your time. That's why I love this salad so much. Also, this salad will not only refresh you but it will nourish your body nicely. Pineapple Cucumber Salad may seems like some fruity fun salad, but it's quite nutritious. It's rich in dietary fibers and loaded with many essential vitamins and minerals. Plus, pineapple is known for its superpowers. It's full of antioxidants, boosts our metabolism, helps with weight loss and has anti-inflammatory properties.

    In fact, this salad is so addictive and delicious that you might forget that there's a grilled meat or fish served with it... Or maybe not! ;)

    Jucy and refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a super HEALTHY way to cool down this summer! This salad is easy to make, bursting with fresh summer flavors and full of nutrients. Perfect side for summer BBQs and parties! #summer #BBQ #picnic #party #glutenfree #vegan #salad #healthy #lowcalorie #weightloss #fit #kidsfriendly | natalieshealth.com

    For those who are skeptical about this fruity-onion-veggie combo, like my husband, you'll just have to believe me on this one and just go for it. You gonna LOVE this salad... trust me! Actually, I'm pretty sure that this Pineapple Cucumber Salad WILL become one of your favorite summer salad. Like it did to me... and my skeptical husband who doesn't even like pineapple. :)

    Enjoy!

    Juicy and refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a super HEALTHY way to cool down this summer! This salad is easy to make, bursting with fresh summer flavors and full of nutrients. Perfect side for summer BBQs and parties! #summer #BBQ #picnic #party #glutenfree #vegan #salad #healthy #lowcalorie #weightloss #fit #kidsfriendly | natalieshealth.com

    Pineapple Cucumber Salad

    By Natalie
    Juicy and refreshing Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a super HEALTHY way to cool down this summer! Perfect side that goes so well with any dinner or BBQ!
    4.1 from 29 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine International
    Servings 4
    Calories 256 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 medium pineapple chopped
    • 1 large cucumber or 2 small, chopped
    • 1 red bell pepper chopped
    • ½ red onion chopped
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 limes zested and juiced
    • ⅓ cup cilantro roughly chopped
    • Salt and pepper optional

    Instructions
     

    • Combine all ingredients in large salad bowl and toss lightly to distribute the lime juice and zest evenly.
    • Season with salt and pepper if desired.
    • Serve immediately or keep chilled until ready to serve.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 256kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 1000IU | Vitamin C: 90.8mg | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.5mg
    Tried this recipe?Don’t forget to rate it and leave the comment. I would love to hear what you think.
    DisclaimerThe nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but I have endeavored to be as accurate as possible.

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    About Natalie

    Natalie Knezic is a writer, recipe developer, and creator of Natalie's Health. She's also a certified nutrition coach and weight loss specialist. She actively coaches, creates recipes and writes about a healthy lifestyle. Her recipes and articles have been featured in many popular media outlets, like Shape, Greatist, Pure Wow, Mashed, The Huffington Post, ELLE Magazine, and many more.

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    1. Kosi says

      April 07, 2019 at 7:59 pm

      5 stars
      I made this today thank you for the recipe it was delicious I added cayenne pepper

      Reply
      • Natalie says

        April 08, 2019 at 11:27 am

        O wow... cayenne pepper! What a great idea. I must give that a try. I'm so glad you like the salad. Thank you for this lovely feedback. :)

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