Cucumber, Pineapple & Tomato Salad with Nuoc Cham Vinaigrette

1 large garlic clove 1/4 teaspoon salt 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 1 (2-inch-long) fresh serrano or jalapeño chile, minced, including seeds 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon Asian fish sauce 1/2 seedless cucumber (often Read on!