Description
Crisp, hydrating, and naturally sweet—this watermelon cucumber salad combines juicy melon and crunchy cucumbers with fresh herbs and lime juice for the perfect refreshing summer side.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
- 2 cups cucumber, sliced into half-moons or quartered
- 1/4 cup fresh mint or cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- Black pepper to taste
- Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cubed watermelon and cucumber.
- Add chopped mint or cilantro and toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately, or chill for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Add feta just before serving, if using.
Notes
- For best flavor, use ripe, sweet watermelon and crisp cucumber.
- Try basil as an alternative herb for a different twist.
- This salad is best enjoyed the same day to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Summer-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
