Description

Brighten up your summer meals with this Cucumber Strawberry Salad! Featuring crunchy cucumbers and sweet strawberries, all tossed in a zesty dressing, this dish is a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Perfect for barbecues or light lunches, it’s a vibrant addition to any table that will transport you to sunny picnics with every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh cucumbers, chopped
1 cup sweet strawberries, sliced
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp honey (adjust to taste)
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Wash and prepare all produce: chop cucumbers and slice strawberries.
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, strawberries, and red onion.
In a separate bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until well coated.
Add torn mint leaves and give it one last gentle mix.
Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving for added refreshment.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
Calories: 100
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 20mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.7g
Unsaturated Fat: 4g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: - For added creaminess, consider mixing in crumbled feta cheese. - To keep it vegan-friendly, substitute honey with maple syrup. - Enjoy within two days for optimal freshness; do not reheat.