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Cucumber Strawberry Salad

Refreshing Cucumber Strawberry Salad for Vibrant Summer Days

A light and refreshing Cucumber Strawberry Salad, bursting with summer flavors, perfect for gatherings.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Strawberries washed and hulled
  • 1 medium Cucumber seedless, peeled and diced
  • 2 cups Watermelon cubed, seedless
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion finely sliced (optional)
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint roughly chopped
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
  • 1 pinch Pepper to taste, black or white
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil extra virgin for best taste
For Garnishing (Optional)
  • 1/4 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or Agave Syrup drizzle for sweetness
  • Additional Fruits seasonal favorites like blueberries or peaches

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, wash and hull 2 cups of ripe strawberries. Slice them into quarters and add them to the bowl.
  2. Peel and dice one medium cucumber into bite-sized pieces and add it.
  3. Cut 2 cups of watermelon into cubes, removing any seeds, and add to the bowl.
  4. Finely slice about 1/4 of a red onion and sprinkle it over the fruit mixture.
  5. Add a handful of chopped fresh mint leaves to the salad.
  6. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
  7. Squeeze the juice of one lime into the mixture and add a tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
  8. Gently toss all the ingredients together with a large spoon.
  9. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  10. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to 2 hours before serving.
  11. Give another gentle toss before serving and enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh and should be served cold for optimal flavor.

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