Caffeine Free Pineapple Cucumber Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing
Sweet, juicy pineapple and cool cucumber are a natural pairing, and this salad leans all the way into that contrast with a bright ginger-lime dressing that ties everything together beautifully. The dressing comes together in minutes — just a whisk of fresh lime juice, olive oil, grated ginger, honey, and a pinch of turmeric — and the result is something that tastes far more complex than the effort involved. Torn mint leaves folded in at the end add a fresh, aromatic lift that makes every bite feel a little unexpected. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but if you like a subtle kick against all that sweetness, don't skip it. The whole thing is naturally free of coffee, tea, and any other stimulants, so it works perfectly as a refreshing side or light starter any time of day without a second thought. Dry-roasted pumpkin seeds scattered over the top add a satisfying crunch and a little extra heartiness if you want it. Serve it immediately so the cucumber stays crisp and the mint stays vibrant — this one is best enjoyed fresh.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 3 cups fresh pineapple, cut into ¾-inch chunks
- 1 large english cucumber (about 12 oz), halved lengthwise and sliced ¼-inch thick
- ¼ cup red onion, very thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, roughly torn
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp dry-roasted pumpkin seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, extra virgin olive oil, grated ginger, honey, turmeric, salt, and cayenne, if using, until the dressing is smooth and uniform in color.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pineapple chunks, cucumber slices, and red onion.
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