Thai Pineapple Salad
Bright, zesty, and bursting with tropical flavors, this Thai Pineapple Salad is a vibrant fusion of fresh ingredients and bold tastes. Juicy diced pineapple pairs perfectly with crisp cucumber, sweet red bell pepper, and tangy red onion, while fresh cilantro and roasted peanuts add texture and aroma. The tantalizing dressing, made with lime juice, fish sauce, and a touch of brown sugar, delivers the classic sweet, salty, and tangy balance of Thai cuisine, with an optional kick of Thai chili for heat. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook, gluten-free salad is ideal as a refreshing side dish for summer gatherings or a light, healthy accompaniment to your favorite Thai-inspired meals. Perfect for anyone craving tropical vibes with minimal effort, this crowd-pleasing dish is proof that simple ingredients can deliver unforgettable flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups pineapple (fresh, diced)
- 1 cucumber (seeded and diced)
- 1 red bell pepper (diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- 0.25 cup roasted peanuts (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 1 Thai chili (minced, optional)
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt (adjust to taste)
Instructions
Prepare the fresh ingredients. Peel, core, and dice the pineapple into small, bite-sized pieces. Seed and dice the cucumber. Dice the red bell pepper, and thinly slice the red onion. Chop the cilantro and roasted peanuts.
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by mixing lime juice, fish sauce, brown sugar, and minced Thai chili (if using). Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced pineapple, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl. Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Add chopped cilantro, roasted peanuts, and sea salt to the salad. Gently mix again and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Let the salad rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side salad, or chill in the refrigerator for up to 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
439 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.5 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1954 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 73.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.8 g | ||
| Protein | 12.8 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 1257 mg | 27% | |
*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.
