Description
This refreshing cucumber and pineapple salad is a light, detoxifying recipe packed with flavor and nutrition. Made with hydrating cucumber, sweet pineapple, fresh mint, and zesty lime, it’s the perfect fat-burning combo for keto, low-carb, or clean eating lifestyles. Quick to prep and bursting with tropical taste, it supports digestion, reduces bloating, and keeps your meals vibrant and healthy.
Ingredients
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1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced (peeled or unpeeled)
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½ cup fresh pineapple, diced small
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1 tbsp red onion, finely chopped (optional)
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1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, chopped
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Juice of ½ lime
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1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
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Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, combine cucumber slices, pineapple chunks, onion, and mint.
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Drizzle with lime juice and olive oil, then season with salt and pepper.
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Toss gently to combine and coat the ingredients evenly.
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Add any optional ingredients like ginger, avocado, or nuts for extra texture and benefits.
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Let the salad chill in the fridge for 10–15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Serve cold and enjoy as a light meal or refreshing side.
Nutrition
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g (natural)
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g (net ~6g)
- Fiber: 2.5 g
- Protein: 1 g