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This Cucumber Strawberry Salad

This Cucumber Strawberry Salad is Your New Summer Favorite

This Cucumber Strawberry Salad combines sweet strawberries with cool cucumbers for a refreshing summer dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 large Cucumber Use English cucumbers for fewer seeds
  • 2 cups Strawberries Hull and slice into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Chiffonade for a refreshing aroma
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Can use avocado oil as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Apple cider vinegar can be a milder substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup serves as a vegan alternative
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt or kosher salt for the best taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is preferred for better flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • Small Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumber and strawberries thoroughly. Slice the cucumber into 1/8-inch thick rounds and hull the strawberries, slicing them into 1/4-inch pieces.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until smooth and emulsified.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together cucumber slices and strawberry pieces. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Chiffonade the mint leaves and gently fold into the salad mixture.
  5. Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt, pepper, or honey as needed.
  6. Allow the salad to rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients are key for the best flavor; adjust dressing to personal preference.

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