Cucumber and Pineapple Salad
3 servings
10 minutes
Cucumber salad with pineapples is a vibrant dish of Pan-Asian cuisine that combines freshness and exotic notes. Legend has it that this recipe originated as a way to cool down in hot climates by combining juicy vegetables and fruits with a sweet-sour dressing. The crunchy cucumber harmonizes with the tender pineapple, while red onion adds zest. The dressing made from lime juice and sugar reveals fruity aromas and highlights the balance of flavors. The dish is perfect as a refreshing side to meat or fish dishes and can also serve as a light standalone snack. It is easy and quick to prepare, and its refreshing taste makes it a popular choice for summer days and light dinners.
1
Cut the medium cucumber into small cubes. Finely chop the medium onion.
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
- Red onion: 1 head
2
Cut the flesh of the small pineapple into small cubes. Mix the pineapple, onion, and cucumber in a salad bowl.
- Pineapple: 1 piece
- Red onion: 1 head
- Cucumbers: 1 piece
3
Prepare the sauce: mix lime juice with sugar, add salt to taste. Stir until the sugar is completely dissolved.
- Lime juice: 50 ml
- Sugar: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: to taste
4
Pour the prepared dressing over the salad
- Lime juice: 50 ml
- Sugar: 2 teaspoons
- Salt: to taste