Pineapple and Cheese Salad
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with contrasting flavors, this Pineapple and Cheese Salad is a refreshing delight that’s perfect for any occasion. Featuring juicy pineapple chunks, creamy cheddar cheese cubes, crunchy roasted cashews, and crisp lettuce, this salad strikes the perfect balance between sweet, savory, and nutty. A luscious homemade dressing of tangy mayonnaise, honey, and lemon juice elevates every bite, while thinly sliced red onions add a subtle zing. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for quick lunches or as an eye-catching appetizer at gatherings. Serve it layered for a stunning presentation or toss it for a traditional salad experience—either way, it’s bound to impress!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Pineapple chunks (fresh or canned)
- 1 cup Cheddar cheese (cubed)
- 3 cups Lettuce leaves (washed and torn)
- 0.25 cup Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.5 cup Cashew nuts (roasted and unsalted)
- 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Directions
Step 1
Prepare the pineapple chunks by cutting fresh pineapple into small, bite-sized pieces if using fresh. If using canned pineapple, drain thoroughly.
Step 2
Cube the cheddar cheese into small, uniform-sized pieces to match the size of the pineapple chunks.
Step 3
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, honey, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
Step 4
In a large salad bowl, arrange the torn lettuce leaves as a base layer.
Step 5
Add the pineapple chunks, cheddar cheese cubes, red onion slices, and roasted cashew nuts on top of the lettuce.
Step 6
Drizzle the prepared dressing evenly over the salad or serve it on the side for individual use.
Step 7
Gently toss the salad just before serving to combine the flavors, or leave it layered for a prettier presentation.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing combination of sweet, tangy, and crunchy flavors!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1228.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2134.2 |
| Total Fat 151.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 60.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 315.2mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2366.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 136.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 74.7g | |
| Protein 79.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 51.3IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1920.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1930.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories