Sweet and Sour Pineapple Salad

Sweet and Sour Pineapple Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the tropical sweetness of pineapple with a tangy dressing, making it a perfect appetizer or side for any meal. This vegetarian salad is not only delightful in taste but also packed with nutrients, providing a burst of flavor with every bite.

Ingredients

• Fresh pineapple - 200 grams, diced
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, diced
• Cucumber - 50 grams, diced
• Carrot - 50 grams, shredded
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - 10 grams, chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (15 ml)
• Honey - 1 teaspoon (5 ml)
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 grams)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1.5 grams)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced pineapple, red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded carrot, green onions, and chopped cilantro.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the sesame oil, rice vinegar, soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring everything is well-coated.
4. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 15 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 5 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Supports digestion due to the high fiber content from pineapple and vegetables.

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