Spring Cucumber Strawberry Mint Salad (Printable)

A refreshing blend of cucumber, strawberries, and mint perfect for springtime meals or sides.

# What you need:

→ Produce

01 - 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
02 - 1.5 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped
04 - 2 cups mixed baby greens, optional

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
08 - 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

10 - 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese, optional
11 - 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds, optional

# Directions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, gently combine the cucumber slices, strawberries, mint, and baby greens if using.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
04 - Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and toasted almonds if desired.
05 - Serve immediately for optimal freshness.

# Expert tips:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes with no cooking required.
  • Combines fresh produce for a light, healthy, and flavorful meal or side.
  • Versatile and adaptable to vegan and allergy-friendly diets.
  • A perfect contemporary salad suitable for spring and warm-weather dining.
02 -
  • Use fresh and ripe strawberries for the best flavor impact.
  • Slice cucumbers thinly but not too thin to keep their satisfying crunch.
  • Make the dressing just before serving to maintain its vibrant flavor.
  • Serve immediately to enjoy the salad at peak freshness and texture.
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