Description
A refreshing and vibrant cucumber salad featuring sweet pineapple, creamy avocado, and a zesty homemade vinaigrette with white balsamic vinegar and lime juice. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack, this salad combines crisp textures with bright flavors for a delightful summer treat.
Ingredients
Fruits and Vegetables
- 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
- 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 Produce: In a large bowl, combine the chopped pineapple, mini cucumbers, avocado, red onion, and cilantro, ensuring all ingredients are cut into bite-sized pieces for easy eating.
- Make the Vinaigrette: In a small jar with a secure lid, add olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, lime juice, honey, and poppy seeds. Seal the jar tightly and shake vigorously until all ingredients are well emulsified and combined.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the freshly made vinaigrette over the pineapple and cucumber mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing, enhancing the flavors.
Notes
- To keep avocado from browning, toss it with the dressing just before serving.
- Adjust the honey quantity to your preferred level of sweetness.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the vinaigrette.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American