Avocado, Green Bean, and Pineapple Salad

Name: Avocado, Green Bean, and Pineapple Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 2 ripe avocados, diced; 200g green beans (habichuelas), trimmed; 1 cup fresh pineapple, diced; 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons olive oil; Salt and pepper to taste; Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

May 1, 2026

A fresh and vibrant salad combining creamy avocado, crisp green beans, and sweet pineapple with a light citrus dressing.

Prep 15min
Cook 5min
Total 20min
Yield 4 servings

Ingredients

2 ripe avocados, diced
200g green beans (habichuelas), trimmed
1 cup fresh pineapple, diced
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro or parsley (optional)

Instructions

Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and blanch the green beans for 3–5 minutes until tender-crisp. Drain and cool under cold water.
In a large bowl, combine the green beans, diced avocado, pineapple, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley if desired.
Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.

Notes

This recipe is inspired by a passage from El Rey de La Habana by Pedro Juan Gutiérrez. It is AI-generated and shared for entertainment, culinary inspiration, and reading enjoyment. Please use your own judgment and experience when preparing it.