Description
Pineapple Teriyaki Salad is a vibrant, tropical-inspired dish featuring juicy pineapple, crisp fresh vegetables, and a savory-sweet homemade teriyaki dressing. This Pineapple Teriyaki Salad recipe is perfect for a light lunch, refreshing side dish, or protein-packed main course. With bold flavors, colorful presentation, and simple ingredients, this easy teriyaki salad is ideal for warm-weather meals, meal prep, and entertaining.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh pineapple chunks
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4 cups mixed salad greens
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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1 cucumber, sliced
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1 cup shredded carrots
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1 cup thinly sliced red cabbage
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3 green onions, chopped
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1 tablespoon sesame seeds
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1 cup grilled chicken or shrimp (optional)
For the Teriyaki Dressing:
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¼ cup teriyaki sauce
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 tablespoon honey
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1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 garlic clove, minced
Instructions
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In a small bowl, whisk together teriyaki sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, grated ginger, and minced garlic until smooth. Set aside.
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Wash and prepare all vegetables and pineapple as directed.
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In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, pineapple chunks, red bell pepper, cucumber, shredded carrots, red cabbage, and green onions.
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If adding protein, grill chicken or shrimp until fully cooked, slice if needed, and allow to cool slightly before adding to the salad.
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Drizzle the teriyaki dressing over the salad just before serving.
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Toss gently to coat evenly.
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Sprinkle sesame seeds on top and serve immediately.
Notes
For a vegetarian option, substitute grilled tofu or edamame for meat.To enhance flavor, lightly grill pineapple slices before adding to the salad.Add sliced avocado for creaminess.For extra crunch, include sliced almonds or chopped cashews.Adjust sweetness by reducing honey or adding additional rice vinegar.
