Cucumber Strawberry Salad Recipe
This refreshing Cucumber Strawberry Salad is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors, tossed in a light and tangy dressing. It’s a delightful side dish for any meal or a great standalone snack on a hot day.
- Author: Maya Quinn
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Cucumber:
Strawberries:
Dressing:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
- 1⁄4 teaspoon black pepper
Fresh Mint:
- Wash the cucumber: Start by washing the cucumber thoroughly under cold running water.
- Slice the cucumber: Using a sharp knife, slice the cucumber into thin rounds, about 1/8-inch thick.
- Prepare strawberries: Rinse and dry strawberries. Hull them and slice into thin pieces.
- Make dressing: Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Toss ingredients: Combine cucumber, strawberries, and dressing in a mixing bowl.
- Add mint: Slice fresh mint into ribbons and add to the salad.
- Final toss: Toss everything together and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Let it sit: Allow the flavors to meld for 5-10 minutes.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80 kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Cucumber Strawberry Salad, Salad Recipe, Summer Salad, Healthy Salad