Description
A refreshing and light cucumber strawberry salad featuring a simple honey-lime dressing and fresh mint, perfect for a healthy snack or side dish. With just six ingredients and quick preparation, this salad balances sweet and tangy flavors with crisp textures.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 ½ cup strawberries, chilled, hulled, and quartered or sliced into 3-4 pieces
- 2 cups sliced cucumber, chilled, thinly sliced
- 1 ½ teaspoon fresh mint, chopped, plus more for garnish
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 ½ tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (good quality)
- 1 tablespoon lime juice, freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl or tightly sealed mason jar, combine honey, olive oil, lime juice, and chopped fresh mint. Stir or shake well until all ingredients are thoroughly blended and the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, add the chilled sliced cucumbers and quartered strawberries. Drizzle the dressing over the salad carefully, using just enough to lightly coat the ingredients without drowning them. Toss gently to combine all flavors evenly.
- Season and serve: Lightly season the salad with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, enhancing the natural flavors. Top with additional fresh mint leaves for garnish. Serve immediately or refrigerate the remaining dressing for later use.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for the best balance of sweetness and tartness.
- Thinly slice cucumbers for better texture and easier mixing.
- Adjust the amount of honey or lime juice in the dressing according to your taste preferences.
- Salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
