Pineapple Corn Salad
Bursting with vibrant colors and tropical flavor, this Pineapple Corn Salad is the ultimate side dish for any occasion. Sweet, juicy pineapple pairs perfectly with tender corn kernels, crunchy red bell pepper, and zesty red onion, all brought together with a tangy lime and honey dressing. Fresh cilantro and a hint of optional jalapeño add layers of bold, refreshing taste. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook salad is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish. Gluten-free and full of wholesome ingredients, this easy recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and watch it disappear from the table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pineapple, diced
- 2 cups corn kernels (fresh, canned, or frozen and thawed)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
- 1 large lime, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, corn kernels, red bell pepper, red onion, and fresh cilantro. If using jalapeño, add it at this time as well.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the pineapple and corn mixture, and gently toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
Cover the salad and let it rest in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a topping for tacos, grilled chicken, or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.0 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.1 g | 6% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 261 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.0 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 510 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
