Pineapple Cucumber Salad with Tangy Lime Dressing and Fresh Cilantro | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Tropical Base:
• 1 large fresh pineapple, cored and chunked
• 3 large English cucumbers, sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, julienned
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• For the Fresh Herbs:
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chiffonade
• For the Zesty Lime Dressing:
• 1/3 cup fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons lime zest
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• For the Flavor Enhancers:
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
• For the Crunchy Elements:
• 1/3 cup toasted coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup toasted cashews, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
• For the Seasoning:
• 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• For the Optional Additions:
• 1 mango, diced
• 1/4 cup dried pineapple pieces
• 2 tablespoons chia seeds
• For the Garnish:
• Lime wedges
• Cilantro sprigs
• Toasted coconut
• For the Sweet Balance:
• 2 tablespoons agave nectar
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• For Perfect Assembly:
• Large mixing bowl
• Salad servers
• Small whisk
• For Special Equipment:
• Pineapple corer
• Sharp knife
• Vegetable peeler
• Microplane grater