Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Cucumber Strawberry Salad. The crispness of fresh cucumbers perfectly complements the sweetness of ripe strawberries, enhanced by tangy feta and aromatic mint. This salad is not only visually stunning but also easy to prepare, making it an ideal choice for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch. Enjoy a burst of freshness in every bite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Wash and dry cucumbers and strawberries.
- Slice cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons.
- Hull and slice strawberries into halves or quarters.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, strawberries, feta cheese, and mint leaves; toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil; drizzle over salad just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For variety, substitute strawberries with blueberries or add nuts for crunch. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes after mixing to allow flavors to meld.