Watermelon Cucumber Salad (Printable)
A crisp mix of watermelon, cucumber, and mint in a tangy lime dressing. Ideal for hot days.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fruits and Vegetables
01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, diced
02 - 2 cups cucumber, diced (preferably English cucumber)
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
→ Dressing
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
03 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
04 - Sprinkle with feta cheese, if using.
05 - Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It requires almost no effort but looks impressive on any table.
- The balance of sweet and savory flavors is addictive and refreshing.
02 -
- Do not add the dressing until you are ready to eat or the watermelon will get soggy.
- Mint bruises easily, so tear it gently or chop it right before tossing.
03 -
- Soak the red onion slices in ice water for 10 minutes to remove any harsh bite.
- Use a vegetable peeler to create ribbons of cucumber for a fancier look.