Description
A refreshing and irresistible Honey Lime Cucumber Salad that combines crisp cucumbers with a sweet and tangy honey-lime dressing, complemented by juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and crunchy nuts or seeds. Perfect for a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 3 whole cucumbers (firm for best texture)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (sweet and juicy)
- 1/2 cup feta cheese (for a creamy element)
- 1/4 cup nuts or seeds (for extra crunch)
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons honey (can substitute agave or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (vinegar can be used as substitute)
- 1 teaspoon salt (enhances flavors)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (introduces mild spice)
Instructions
- Wash and Slice Cucumbers: Thoroughly wash the cucumbers and slice them into thin rounds or half-moons to ensure easy mixing and optimal texture in the salad.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, salt, and black pepper until the honey dissolves completely and the dressing is well combined.
- Toss the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers with the prepared dressing. Add cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, and nuts or seeds if using, and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
- Let Flavors Meld: Allow the salad to rest for about 10 minutes at room temperature so that the flavors meld together beautifully.
- Serve or Refrigerate: Serve the salad immediately as a fresh side dish or refrigerate it for later enjoyment, keeping it chilled until ready to eat.
Notes
- For a vegan version, replace honey with agave or maple syrup.
- If lime juice is unavailable, vinegar can be used as a substitute.
- Use firm cucumbers for the best texture and crunch.
- Add nuts or seeds to introduce additional crunch and texture.
- Salad can be refrigerated for several hours but is best eaten fresh.
