Refreshing Easy Watermelon Cucumber Salad
A light and refreshing summer salad combining sweet watermelon, crispy cucumbers, and fresh mint, drizzled with lime juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups Watermelon, cubed
- 1 large Cucumber, sliced
- 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Leaves, torn
- 2 tablespoons Lime Juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/2 cup Feta Cheese, crumbled (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all your ingredients for a clean workspace.
- Slice the Watermelon: Cut the watermelon in half and cube the flesh into bite-sized pieces.
- Cut the Cucumber: Peel if desired, slice lengthwise, scoop seeds, and chop into half-moons.
- Chop the Mint: Tear or roughly chop the mint leaves to release more flavor.
- Mix in a Bowl: In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, and mint; toss gently.
- Drizzle with Lime Juice: Squeeze lime juice over the salad to enhance flavors.
- Add Salt: Sprinkle salt to taste and gently toss to combine.
- Feta Finale: If using, crumble feta over the top and lightly mix.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to unite flavors.
Notes
Serve chilled and consider garnishing with extra mint leaves. Pairs well with grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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