Description
A refreshing Strawberry Cucumber Salad that combines sweet strawberries, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta, and fresh mint with a zesty honey-lime dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light, colorful side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, very thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 tablespoons lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Chill your serving bowl in the fridge for extra freshness.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, gently toss strawberries, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble the Dish: Pour the dressing over the salad base and toss gently to coat.
- Cook to Perfection: Let the salad rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Finishing Touches: Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top just before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Present chilled in a bright serving dish that highlights the colors.
Notes
- Use firm, ripe strawberries for the best flavor and texture.
- English cucumbers work best, but any variety will do.
- Make the dressing ahead of time and store separately until ready to serve.
- A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds extra depth and sweetness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg