Watermelon Cucumber Salad (Printable)

Crisp watermelon and cucumber with mint and lime dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits and Vegetables

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, diced
02 - 2 cups cucumber, diced
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
05 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

→ Dressing

06 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
07 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
09 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Steps:

01 - Place diced watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint in a large bowl.
02 - Whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
03 - Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the top.
05 - Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It requires zero cooking which keeps your kitchen cool on sweltering afternoons.
  • The balance of sweet and savory flavors instantly wakes up your palate.
02 -
  • The salad releases water as it sits so dress it right before eating to keep it crisp.
  • English cucumbers are worth seeking out because their skins are tender enough to leave on.
03 -
  • Use a very sharp knife to get clean cuts through the watermelon without squishing it.
  • Let the salad sit for just 5 minutes after tossing to let the flavors meld.

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