Strawberry Cucumber Salad

This strawberry Cucumber Salad is just what you need. Imagine juicy strawberries paired with crisp cucumbers, tossed in a light and tangy dressing – it’s a burst of flavors and textures in every bite. This salad is perfect for a light lunch, a side dish, or even a healthy snack. Let’s dive into the story of how this salad became a staple in our household and why you’ll fall in love with it too.

Resume of the Recipe:

This Strawberry Cucumber Salad combines the sweetness of strawberries with the crispness of cucumbers, creating a refreshing and vibrant dish. The salad is dressed with a light vinaigrette that enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients without overpowering them. It’s quick to prepare, visually appealing, and perfect for any occasion.

Exciting Story:

One sunny afternoon, I was looking for a light and refreshing dish to serve at our family picnic. I noticed some ripe strawberries and fresh cucumbers in the fridge and decided to create a simple salad. The combination was an instant hit! My kids loved the sweetness of the strawberries, while my husband appreciated the crisp and refreshing cucumbers. Now, every time we have a picnic or a barbecue, this Strawberry Cucumber Salad is a must-have. It’s a simple dish that brings back memories of laughter and sunshine every time we make it.

Why This Strawberry Cucumber Salad?

Why This Dish is a Must-Try

• Refreshing and Light: The combination of strawberries and cucumbers makes this salad incredibly refreshing.
• Quick and Easy: With minimal ingredients and simple preparation, you’ll have a delicious dish ready in no time.
• Versatile: Perfect as a side dish, a light lunch, or even a healthy snack.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
• 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

For the Dressing:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 tablespoon honey
• Salt and pepper to taste

How to Make Strawberry Cucumber Salad:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
   • In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, cucumbers, red onion, and fresh mint leaves.
2. Make the Dressing:
   • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
3. Toss the Salad:
   • Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
4. Serve:
   • Transfer the salad to a serving platter and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, if using. Serve immediately.

Tips:

• Chill Before Serving: For an extra refreshing touch, chill the salad in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
• Uniform Slicing: Try to slice the cucumbers and strawberries as uniformly as possible for even distribution of flavors.

Strawberry Cucumber Salad

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Servings

4

 

servings

Prep time

30

minutes

Cooking time

40

minutes

Calories

300

kcal

Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

1

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Ingredients

• 2 cups 2 strawberries, hulled and sliced

• 2 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced

• 1/4 cup 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

• 1/4 cup 1/4 fresh mint leaves, chopped

• 1/4 cup 1/4 feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

• For the Dressing:

• 2 tablespoons 2 olive oil

• 1 tablespoon 1 balsamic vinegar

• 1 tablespoon 1 honey

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Prepare the Ingredients:
• In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, cucumbers, red onion, and fresh mint leaves.
• Make the Dressing:
• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
• Toss the Salad:
• Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine.
• Serve:
• Transfer the salad to a serving platter and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, if using. Serve immediately.

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