Description
Rich Cucumber Strawberry Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. With its crisp cucumbers, sweet strawberries, and fragrant mint, this salad is not only visually appealing but also a delightful addition to any meal or gathering. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch on the patio, each bite offers a burst of flavor that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 ½ cups ripe strawberries, halved
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and strawberries thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds and hull strawberries before halving or quartering.
- In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers and strawberries; gently toss to mix.
- Add finely chopped mint leaves and stir to incorporate.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar until emulsified; season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat.
- Serve immediately in bowls or plates.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg