Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad that combines watermelon and cucumber for a perfect summer dish.
Ingredients
- Watermelon: Sweet, juicy watermelon, preferably seedless
- Cucumber: Crisp English cucumber for added crunch
- Red Onion: Thinly sliced for a burst of flavor
- Fresh Mint: Bright and fragrant, adds herbal notes
- Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed for a zesty flavor
- Feta Cheese (optional): Crumbled for a creamy contrast
- Olive Oil (optional): Drizzle for added richness
Instructions
- Prepare the watermelon by cutting it in half lengthwise, then into quarters and cubing it.
- Slice the cucumber, leaving the skin on for English cucumbers or peeling regular ones.
- Finely slice the red onion, soaking in cold water if you prefer a milder flavor.
- Bring all ingredients together in a mixing bowl, tossing the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
- Dress with lime juice and olive oil, tossing gently to mix.
- Add feta cheese on top if using, then carefully toss to combine.
- Chill the salad in the fridge for 15-30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
Presentation is key! Serve in a large bowl or individual jars, garnished with extra mint or feta as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: salad, summer recipe, watermelon salad, cucumber salad, refreshing salad