Watermelon Cucumber Salad (Printer-Friendly)
Crisp watermelon and cucumber with zesty 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
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
03 - Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
04 - Sprinkle with feta cheese, if using.
05 - Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It is an instant cooldown when the heat feels unbearable outside.
- The contrast between sweet watermelon and tangy lime is addictive.
02 -
- This salad does not keep well overnight because the cucumber gets soggy.
- Wait to salt the salad until right before serving to prevent drawing out too much water.
03 -
- Let the dressed salad sit for five minutes to let flavors meld.
- Toast some pumpkin seeds for added crunch on top.