Strawberry Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring juicy strawberries, crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty golden balsamic dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side dish!
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds strawberries, quartered
- 4 cups cucumbers, chopped
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 8 ounces feta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, minced
- 1/3 cup olive oil (for dressing)
- 1/3 cup golden balsamic vinegar (for dressing)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (for dressing)
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper (for dressing)
Instructions
- Wash and dry all the produce thoroughly. Quarter the strawberries, chop the cucumbers into bite-sized chunks, and finely dice the red onion.
- Cube the feta cheese into small pieces and mince the fresh mint leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, golden balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and pepper to make the dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the quartered strawberries, chopped cucumbers, diced red onion, cubed feta cheese, and minced mint.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure even coating. Be careful not to overmix to keep the strawberries intact.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual bowls. Garnish with additional mint leaves or a sprinkle of cracked black pepper if desired.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavors. Enjoy!
Notes
For added texture, consider sprinkling toasted almonds or walnuts on top before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1peopleCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12g
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