Spicy Pineapple Cucumber Salad
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Spicy Pineapple Cucumber Salad
Description
Spicy Pineapple Cucumber Salad integrates fresh cucumber pieces with thawed pineapple chunks and chopped cilantro to create a fresh base. The dressing is a blend of gochujang, a Korean fermented chili paste that provides moderate spiciness and umami, rice vinegar for acidity, and some sugar to balance flavors. After whisking these dressing ingredients, they are mixed with the salad components evenly.
The texture is crisp and juicy from the cucumber and pineapple, contrasted with the fresh bite of cilantro. The dressing ties these elements together with a tangy and mildly spicy layer enhancing the natural sweetness of the fruit. The salad can be eaten right away or refrigerated for later, with stirring before serving to redistribute the dressing.
This mixture is suitable as a light side dish or an accompaniment to grilled or spicy main courses, adding vibrant flavor and a cool balance to meals needing freshness and a mild kick.
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber $1.25, 3 cups chopped
- 1/2 lb. pineapple $2.46, frozen, chunks, 2 cups
- 1/2 cup cilantro $0.20, chopped
- 1.5 tsp gochujang $0.12
- 3 Tbsp rice vinegar $0.37
- 1 Tbsp sugar $0.01
Instructions
- Thaw the pineapple chunks and chop the cucumber into pieces roughly the same size as the pineapple chunks. Roughly chop the cilantro.
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together the gochujang, rice vinegar, and sugar until dissolved.
- Combine the cucumber, pineapple, cilantro, and dressing in a bowl. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to eat. Stir the salad just before eating to redistribute the dressing.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 41.25 cups each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 75 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cup | |
| Calories | 75kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 104mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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