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Cucumber Strawberry Salad

Delightful Cucumber Strawberry Salad for a Refreshing Bite

A refreshing Cucumber Strawberry Salad that combines crisp cucumbers and juicy strawberries, perfect for summer days.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumber thinly sliced
  • 2 cups Strawberries sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint chiffonade
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey or agave syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • Sharp Knife
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Serving bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Cucumber Strawberry Salad
  1. Wash the cucumber and strawberries thoroughly under cool running water and pat dry.
  2. Slice the cucumber into 1/8-inch rounds and arrange on a plate.
  3. Remove the green stems from the strawberries and cut into 1/4-inch pieces.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine sliced cucumber and strawberries.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey until blended.
  6. Add a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper to the dressing and mix thoroughly.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  8. Chiffonade the fresh mint leaves and fold into the salad.
  9. Taste the salad and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  10. Allow the salad to rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 1gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 40mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Serve immediately for best taste. Experiment with adding nuts or feta for a twist.

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