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Quick Fresh Strawberry Cucumber Salad

This refreshing summer salad combines sweet strawberries and crisp cucumbers with a honey-lime dressing for a vibrant side dish that's ready in just 10 minutes. Perfect for warm weather gatherings, picnics, or quick weeknight meals, it offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 85
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon lime zest
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the fruits and vegetables: Wash and dry the strawberries and cucumber thoroughly. Hull the strawberries and slice them into even pieces. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the honey, fresh lime juice, lime zest, and sea salt until well combined. The honey should dissolve completely into the lime juice.
  3. Combine everything: In a large mixing bowl, gently toss the sliced strawberries, cucumber, and chopped mint leaves together. Be careful not to crush the delicate strawberry pieces.
  4. Add dressing: Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. The dressing will lightly sweeten the vegetables without making them soggy.
  5. Serve immediately: For the best texture and flavor, serve the salad right away. If using optional toppings, sprinkle the feta cheese and toasted almonds over the top just before serving.

Notes

Choose ripe but firm strawberries that hold their shape. Use English cucumbers for thinner skin and fewer seeds. Toast almonds in a dry skillet for 2-3 minutes to enhance flavor. Prep ingredients separately and combine just before serving for best results.