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Cucumber Strawberry Salad

Ultimate Cucumber Strawberry Salad: A Refreshing Summer Treat

This Cucumber Strawberry Salad is a refreshing summer delight, perfect for hot days and backyard barbecues.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 pint Strawberries Ripe, sliced into quarters
  • 2 cups Cucumbers English, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cup Watermelon Cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Finely diced
  • 1/4 cup Mint Leaves Chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Pepper Freshly ground, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin

Equipment

  • large serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by gathering your fresh ingredients: ripe strawberries, cool cucumbers, and juicy watermelon. Rinse the strawberries under cold water, then slice them into quarters. Peel the cucumbers as desired and slice them into thin rounds. Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes.
  2. In a large serving bowl, gently toss together the sliced strawberries, cucumber rounds, and watermelon cubes for a visually appealing mix. Next, finely dice a small amount of red onion and add it to the bowl.
  3. Chop a handful of fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them over your fruit and vegetable mixture. Use your hands or a spoon to gently fold in the mint.
  4. Sprinkle some salt and freshly ground black pepper over the mixture to enhance the flavors. Squeeze fresh lime juice and drizzle olive oil to add richness.
  5. Once everything is well-mixed, you can serve your Cucumber Strawberry Salad immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

This salad is gluten-free and perfect for summer gatherings. Optional add-ins include feta cheese or nuts for added texture.

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