cucumber watermelon salad
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why we’re making this
fresh, hydrating, easy to put together, screams saving summer.
ingredients
- 2 cups cube-sized watermelon
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup red onion, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
recipe
- cube watermelon and slice the cucumber.
- in a large bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, sliced cucumber, and diced red onion.
- toss in the fresh mint leaves to enhance the flavor profile.
- in a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- pour the dressing over the salad mixture, gently stirring to coat all ingredients uniformly.
- sample the salad, adjusting the seasoning if needed.
- for the best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- just before serving, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for added richness if desired.
ingredient + recipe benefits
this salad is packed with hydrating foods like watermelon and cucumber, perfect for a summer cool down. olive oil adds healthy fat and calories to keep you fuller, longer. lime juice helps to support digestion.