Spicy Cucumber and Pineapple Salad
Serves: 4
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 0 minutes
2 serves per portion
Recipe courtesy of the Country Kitchens team
Ingredients:
- 2 cucumbers
- ½ pineapple, diced
- ½ medium red onion, finely diced
- 2 red chillies, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
Method:
- SCORE the outside of the cucumbers lengthways with a fork to create a stripe pattern. Dice into similar sized pieces as the pineapple.
- COMBINE the cucumber, pineapple, red onion and chilli in a bowl.
- ADD the lime juice and soy sauce into a separate small bowl and stir until well combined.
- POUR lime and soy sauce over the salad mixture and mix well.
- CHILL in the fridge for at least one hour, stirring occasionally.
What's Great About It:
This recipe was featured as part of the 2021 QCWA Country of Study – Malaysia. This salad is a popular side dish served as an accompaniment to many Malaysian curries and stir fries. It is particularly refreshing for hot climates with its sweet and tangy flavours. This salad is a great way to enjoy your fruit and vegetable serves. Traditionally a spicy dish, you can reduce or increase the amount of chilli to suit your preference.
Interested in trying out new, healthy salad recipes for your weekly menu? Try out this sweet, tangy, and refreshing Malaysian favorite Spicy Cucumber and Pineapple Salad recipe.
