Description
Cucumber Strawberry Salad (Just 6 Ingredients) is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of spring and summer. Combining sweet, juicy strawberries with crisp cucumbers, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also bursting with delightful flavors. Drizzled with a zesty lime honey vinaigrette and enhanced by fresh mint, it serves as a perfect appetizer, side dish, or light meal for any gathering. With just six ingredients, this recipe is simple yet satisfying, making it an ideal choice for busy days or leisurely picnics. Enjoy the bright colors and refreshing taste that will elevate your dining experience!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cup strawberries (hulled and quartered)
- 2 cups cucumbers (thinly sliced)
- 1 ½ tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 ½ teaspoon fresh mint (plus extra for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by mixing honey, olive oil, lime juice, and chopped mint in a small bowl or mason jar; stir or shake well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chilled cucumbers and strawberries.
- Lightly drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat without overdoing it.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste and garnish with additional mint leaves.
- Serve immediately or store leftover dressing in the refrigerator for future use.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg