CUCUMBER, TOMATO, AND PINEAPPLE SALAD WITH ASIAN DRESSING

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Cucumber, Tomato, and Pineapple Salad With Asian Dressing image

Adapted from Epicurious.com and originally published the June 2006 issue of Gourmet magazine. This Vietnamese-inspired salad combines sweet pineapple and fiery serrano with cooling cucumber. This is a great side for RiffRaff's Grilled Vietnamese Chicken (Recipe #170897).

Provided by Ms B.

Categories     Pineapple

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons lime juice, fresh
1 tablespoon sugar
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 serrano peppers or 1 jalapeno chile, minced, including seeds
1/4-1/2 teaspoon fish sauce
1/2 seedless cucumber, halved lengthwise, then thinly sliced crosswise (often plastic-wrapped)
1/2 fresh pineapple, peeled, quartered lengthwise, cored, then sliced crosswise 1/4 inch thick (2 cups)
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
2 cups cherry tomatoes, cut into quarters

Steps:

  • Mince garlic, then mash to a paste with salt using side of a large heavy knife.
  • Whisk together lime juice and sugar in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved, then whisk in oil, garlic paste, chile, and fish sauce (to taste).
  • Add remaining ingredients, tossing to coat, and add salt to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101.3, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 121.2, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 11.4, Protein 1.1

Brandy Nance
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. It's the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day.


Alice Owusu
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This salad is the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory. I love the way the pineapple adds a subtle sweetness to the cucumber and tomato.


Theophilus Agyemang Prempeh
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added grilled chicken, shrimp, and even tofu to it, and it's always delicious.


Marie Kandeh
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This is the perfect salad to bring to a potluck. It's easy to make, transportable, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Henry Spoor
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumber and tomato. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.


April Boling
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I've made this salad several times now, and I always get compliments on it. It's a great way to impress your guests.


Basudev Dadal
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This is the perfect salad to take to a picnic or barbecue. It's easy to transport and it always stays fresh.


Notorious Bledsoe
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I've even made it for picky eaters and they loved it!


Tareq Tareq
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I love the Asian dressing on this salad. It's so easy to make and adds so much flavor.


Vishala Persaud
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This is the most refreshing salad I've ever had. It's perfect for a hot summer day.


Monic Nakirya
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I was hesitant to try this salad because I'm not a big fan of pineapple, but I'm so glad I did. The pineapple adds a subtle sweetness that perfectly complements the cucumber and tomato.


Shahaf Gaming
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I've made this salad several times now, and it's always a hit. It's the perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savory.


peter mweemba
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover cucumber and tomato. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat more fruits and vegetables.


Mosaddek Ahmed
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I love that this salad is so versatile. I've added grilled chicken, shrimp, and even tofu to it, and it's always delicious.


Mohammad Sindhi
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This is the perfect salad to bring to a potluck. It's easy to make, transportable, and always a crowd-pleaser.


Supreme goku
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I'm not usually a fan of cucumber salad, but this one is a game-changer. The pineapple and Asian dressing add a unique twist that makes it irresistible.


Keira Dotson
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This salad was a hit at my summer barbecue! The Asian dressing was tangy and flavorful, and the cucumber, tomato, and pineapple were all perfectly refreshing. I'll definitely be making this again.