Fresh Cucumber Strawberry Salad
A crisp, tart, and sweet salad that combines juicy strawberries with cool cucumber and a zesty mint-lime dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings, this vibrant dish celebrates peak-season produce with a symphony of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 10
- Total Time: 10
- Yield: 4-6 servings
- Category: salads
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediteranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 medium cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
1 cup fresh strawberries, quartered
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or agave nectar (vegan option)
1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
Wash and chill cucumbers and strawberries
Chop strawberries into quarters and cucumbers into half-moons
In a small bowl, whisk lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make dressing
In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, strawberries, and mint leaves
Toss gently with dressing until fully coated
Adjust seasoning as needed before serving
Notes
For vegan version, substitute honey with agave nectar
Strawberries can be replaced with other seasonal fruits like peaches
Store in an airtight container in refrigerator for up to 24 hours
Add additional lime zest for extra brightness
Add extra mint leaves for stronger herbal flavor
Find it online: https://cookingwithramsay.com/fresh-cucumber-strawberry-salad/