Description
The Strawberry Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with the crispness of cucumbers, making it perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or light lunches. This salad is visually appealing with its bright colors and packed with nutrients, offering a delightful contrast of flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time, this recipe is not only delicious but also versatile. You can easily customize it by adding nuts for crunch or avocado for creaminess. Whether served as a side dish or enjoyed on its own, this salad is sure to impress at any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups chopped strawberries
- 2 cups chopped cucumbers
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh basil and mint leaves (10-20 leaves combined)
- Olive oil and lemon juice (for dressing)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse strawberries under cold water, pat dry, and slice into bite-sized pieces.
- Slice cucumbers into thin rounds.
- In a large bowl, combine strawberries, cucumbers, crumbled feta, basil, and mint.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg