Description
Cucumber Strawberry Salad (Just 6 Ingredients) is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This delightful salad features juicy strawberries paired with crisp cucumbers, all drizzled with a zesty lime honey vinaigrette. Perfect for warm days, it makes an ideal side for picnics, barbecues, or even as a light lunch. With just six simple ingredients, you can whip up this colorful medley in no time. It’s not only a visual treat but also a healthy choice packed with fiber and low in calories. Enjoy the fresh flavors and beautiful presentation that make this salad a must-try for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups strawberries (chilled, hulled, and quartered)
- 2 cups sliced cucumber (chilled, thinly sliced)
- 1 ½ tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (high quality)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 ½ teaspoons fresh mint + more for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl or mason jar, combine honey, olive oil, lime juice, and fresh mint. Mix well until fully blended.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chilled cucumber slices and quartered strawberries. Drizzle with the dressing just enough to coat lightly.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Top with additional mint leaves for garnish and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg