If you’re craving something crunchy, juicy, and just a *little bit nutty* (aren’t we all?), this Pineapple and Walnut Salad is about to brighten your tastebuds and your day. The sweet-tart pineapple mingles with toasty walnuts and a zippy lime-honey dressing—it’s tangy, fresh, and oh-so-satisfying.
You know those store-bought salads that are mostly wilted greens and mystery dressing? Yeah, skip ’em. This one’s homemade, takes less than 10 minutes, and uses ingredients you probably already have kicking around.
Plus, it’s as versatile as it is easy. Toss it on a bed of arugula, tuck it inside a wrap, or serve it as a cool side—you really can’t go wrong.
Let’s be real: pineapple doesn’t belong on pizza for everyone (we see you, skeptics), but in salad? It’s 100% a-peeling. 😉
If you’re loving quick, flavor-packed sides like this, you should definitely check out my mango-lime salsa recipe—it’s another juicy winner.
Okay, enough chit-chat! Let’s get tossing!
Pineapple and Walnut Salad
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Juicer
- Chopping board
- Knife
Ingredients
- 1 medium pineapple, diced Fresh or canned
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped Toasted for extra flavor
- 2 tablespoons lime juice Freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon honey Adjust sweetness to taste
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Dice the pineapple into bite-sized pieces and place them in a mixing bowl.1 medium pineapple, diced
- Chop the walnuts and toast them in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- In a small bowl, juice the limes and whisk in honey until fully combined.2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey
- Add the toasted walnuts to the bowl with the pineapple.1 medium pineapple, diced, 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped
- Pour lime-honey dressing over the salad and sprinkle with salt.2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 pinch salt
- Toss the salad gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Serve immediately on a bed of arugula or in a wrap.
Notes
This salad is sunshine in a bowl—perfect for BBQs, lunch boxes, or just because! For extra crunch, try adding a handful of chopped celery. I’d love to hear how you make it your own—drop a comment with your twist or questions. Let’s salad-brate your kitchen wins together!
