Description
Watermelon Cucumber Salad with Strawberries and Feta is the quintessential summer dish that combines refreshing flavors and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make salad features juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and sweet strawberries, all topped with creamy feta cheese and fresh mint. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also provides a healthy dose of vitamins and hydration on hot days. In just 15 minutes, you can create this delightful dish that will impress your guests and leave everyone wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- 1 1/2 cups sliced strawberries
- 2 cups cubed watermelon
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (vegan or regular)
- Fresh mint leaves
- 1 1/2 tbsp honey or agave nectar
- 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp lime zest
- 1/2 tbsp finely chopped mint
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the fruits by dicing the cucumber, slicing the strawberries, and cubing the watermelon. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together honey (or agave), lime juice, lime zest, chopped mint, and salt until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the fruit mixture and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- For enhanced refreshment, chill the salad in the refrigerator for one hour before serving. Just before serving, sprinkle with crumbled feta and garnish with additional fresh mint.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg