Cucumber Strawberry Mint Salad (Print version)

A refreshing blend of cucumber, strawberries, mint, and baby greens tossed in zesty dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Produce

01 - 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
02 - 1½ cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - ¼ 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 - ¼ teaspoon sea salt
09 - Freshly ground black pepper to taste

→ Garnish

10 - ¼ 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 and texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes.
  • Light, refreshing, and perfect for spring or summer meals.
  • Combines crisp, sweet, and herbaceous flavors in every bite.
  • Suitable for vegetarian and gluten-free diets.
  • Customizable with optional garnishes like feta and almonds.
02 -
  • Use a sharp chef's knife for clean, even cucumber and strawberry slices.
  • Choose fresh, ripe strawberries for maximum sweetness.
  • Gently toss the salad to avoid bruising the strawberries.
  • Adjust seasoning in the dressing to suit your taste preference.
  • Serve immediately to keep the salad crisp and fresh.
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