Description
A refreshing and vibrant Cucumber Strawberry Salad that combines the natural sweetness of strawberries with crisp cucumbers, enhanced by a zesty honey-lime dressing and fresh mint. Perfect as a light snack or side dish, this salad is quick to prepare and bursting with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup strawberries, chilled, hulled, and quartered or sliced into 3-4 pieces
- 2 cups sliced cucumber, chilled, thinly sliced
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, good quality
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 ½ teaspoon fresh mint + more for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or a tightly sealed mason jar, combine honey, olive oil, lime juice, and fresh mint. Stir or shake well until the mixture is fully combined and slightly emulsified.
- Assemble the salad: Place the chilled sliced cucumbers and quartered strawberries into a large bowl. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the fruit and vegetables, then toss lightly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Season and serve: Season the salad to taste with salt and pepper. Garnish generously with additional fresh mint leaves for extra aroma and presentation. Serve immediately for maximum freshness or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh, chilled strawberries and cucumbers.
- You can adjust the amount of honey according to your preferred sweetness level.
- Adding a pinch of salt enhances the flavors and balances the sweetness.
- This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours without sogginess.
- To add a crunchy texture, consider sprinkling some toasted nuts like almonds or pecans before serving.
