This Strawberry Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, light, and healthy dish perfect for summer. It combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the crispness of cucumbers, complemented by a tangy honey-lime dressing. Topped with fresh mint and optional feta cheese, this salad is a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and tart flavors. It’s great as a side dish, snack, or even a light meal.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
1 large cucumber, thinly sliced (English cucumber preferred)
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
¼ cup chopped walnuts or almonds (optional for crunch)
For the Dressing:
2 tbsp honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
1 tbsp olive oil
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1:Â Prepare the Ingredients
Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them into halves or quarters.
Thinly slice the cucumber into rounds. If using a regular cucumber, peel and remove seeds before slicing.
Finely slice the red onion (if using).
Chop the mint leaves finely.
Step 2:Â Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together honey, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
Step 3:Â Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the strawberries, cucumbers, red onion, and mint.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Step 4: Garnish and Serve
Top with crumbled feta cheese and chopped nuts if desired.
Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving, approx. 1 cup)
Nutrient Amount
Calories 100-120 kcal
Carbohydrates 15g
Protein 2g
Fat 5g
Fiber 3g
Sugars 10g
Vitamin C 40% of Daily Value
Vitamin K 15% of Daily Value
Note: Nutritional values may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes.
Preparation & Cooking Time
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes