Description
This Cucumber Strawberry Salad combines the sweetness of strawberries with the cool crunch of cucumbers, creating a delightful contrast in every bite. Tossed in a zesty lime dressing, it’s the perfect dish for summer gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cup strawberries (chilled, hulled, and quartered or sliced into 3–4 pieces)
- 2 cups sliced cucumber (chilled, thinly sliced)
- 1 ½ tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (good quality)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 ½ teaspoon fresh mint + more for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or a tightly sealed mason jar, combine 1 ½ tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice. Stir or shake well for about 30 seconds until the mixture is fully combined and emulsified.
- Assemble the salad: In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups of thinly sliced, chilled cucumbers. Then, gently add 1 ½ cups of chilled, hulled, and quartered strawberries. Toss them lightly with your hands to combine without mashing the strawberries.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle the prepared dressing over the cucumber and strawberry mixture. Start with about half of the dressing, tossing gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
- Add seasoning: Season the salad with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste. Toss again gently to incorporate the seasoning.
- Garnish and serve: Transfer the salad to a serving dish or bowl, and top with additional fresh mint leaves for garnish. Serve immediately for the best texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Don't over-dress the salad; start with less dressing and add gradually. Use high-quality olive oil for a better flavor, and ensure your cucumbers are sliced uniformly for even texture.