Description
This refreshing Cucumber Strawberry Salad is a delightful blend of sweet and tangy flavors, perfect for a light and healthy meal or as a side dish. The crisp cucumbers and juicy strawberries are tossed in a honey-lime dressing with a hint of fresh mint, creating a vibrant and summery dish.
Ingredients
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Salad
- 1 1/2 cup strawberries, chilled, hulled, and quartered or sliced into 3–4 pieces
- 2 cups sliced cucumber, chilled, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1 1/2 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, good quality
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 1/2 teaspoon fresh mint + more for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: Mix honey, olive oil, lime juice, and fresh mint in a small bowl or a tightly sealed mason jar. Stir or shake well until combined.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and strawberries. Drizzle with the dressing, tossing lightly to coat. Serve with extra dressing on the side or refrigerate for later.
- Season and serve: Season the salad with salt and pepper, garnish with fresh mint, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
