Fisherman’s Refresh Salad

05/10/2026 | Gail South |
  • The Base: Fresh pineapple chunks paired with something crunchy—think thinly sliced cucumbers or red bell peppers.
  • The “Bite”: Add very thinly sliced red onion (soak them in cold water for 10 minutes first to take away the harshness) and a handful of fresh cilantro or mint.
  • The Dressing: Use lime juice, a splash of rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar), a tiny bit of salt, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if you want a tropical “zing.”
  • Toss a little toasted coconut flakes on top of the salad too
  • The Heat/Sweet Balance: Put a tiny pinch of chili powder or cayenne on the pineapple. It highlights the fruit’s sweetness The Dressing:
  • Squeeze of that fresh lime.
  • A tiny drizzle of honey or agave (if the pineapple isn’t peak-season sweet).
  • A pinch of salt (salt on pineapple is a game-changer).
  • Top it with a mountain of those toasted coconut flakes.