Cucumber Strawberry Salad
Dive into a refreshing and vibrant culinary experience with this Cucumber Strawberry Salad. Perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings, this salad combines the crispness of cool cucumbers with the sweetness of juicy strawberries, creating a delightful explosion of flavors. With its quick preparation time and family-friendly appeal, it’s ideal for any occasion—whether served as a light lunch or a stunning side dish at your next barbecue. Easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, this salad is sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cucumber
- 2 cups strawberries
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
- Rinse and dry the strawberries, hull them, then slice into thin pieces.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber and strawberry slices; pour the dressing over them and gently toss to coat.
- Slice fresh mint leaves into ribbons (chiffonade) and add them to the salad; toss lightly again.
- Let sit for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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