Description
A crisp and cooling Strawberry Cucumber Salad with Feta & Mint, bursting with sweet, salty, and fresh flavors—perfect for warm days or as a light side dish.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/3 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp honey (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine sliced strawberries, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Top with crumbled feta and serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use goat cheese as an alternative to feta for a different flavor profile.
- Chill all ingredients before assembling for the most refreshing result.
- This salad is best served fresh and not ideal for long-term storage.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg