This Pineapple Cucumber Salad is a light and refreshing side dish—perfect for hot summer days or lively gatherings. Crunchy cucumber meets sweet pineapple, tossed in a tangy-honey-lime dressing with a hint of chili oil, while fresh cilantro adds a pop of herbal brightness. It's quick to prepare—just chop, whisk, toss, and chill—yet the flavors deepen as it rests. Ideal for picnics, BBQs, or as a healthy side to grilled proteins, this salad brings a tropical twist and easy elegance to any meal. 

Ingredients (Serves ~4)

• 1 ½ cups fresh pineapple, diced
  
  

• 1 small Persian or English cucumber, diced
  
  

• ⅓ cup red onion, finely diced
  
  

• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  
  

• 2 Tbsp honey
  
  

• 2 Tbsp rice vinegar
  
  

• 1 Tbsp fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
  
  

• ¼ tsp chili oil (or substitute a pinch of red pepper flakes)
  
  

• ½ tsp coarse salt (adjust to taste)
  
  

Directions

1. Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together honey, rice vinegar, lime juice, chili oil, and salt until well combined.
   
   

2. Combine ingredients: Add diced pineapple, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro to the dressing. Toss gently to coat everything evenly.
   
   

3. Chill and meld flavors: Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (up to 30 mins) to allow the flavors to blend.
   
   

4. Final toss & serve: Give the salad a final gentle toss, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve chilled alongside your favorite main dishes.
   
   

Nutritional Info (per serving – makes ~4 servings)

• Calories: ~80 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 20 g
  
  

• Protein: 1 g
  
  

• Fat: 1 g
  
  

• Fiber: ~1 g
  
  

• Sugar: ~16 g (includes natural fruit sugars and honey)
  
  

• Sodium: ~294 mg
  
  

• Vitamin C: ~33 mg