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Watermelon Cucumber Salad

A vibrant salad that combines juicy watermelon, crisp cucumbers, and fresh mint for a refreshing summer dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fruits and Vegetables
  • 4 cups watermelon, cubed Choose ripe, seedless watermelon for best flavor.
  • 2 cups cucumber, diced Use firm and unblemished cucumbers.
  • 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced Use a sharp knife for thin slicing.
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped Best used fresh within a couple of days.
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil Can reduce for lower calories.
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice Can be substituted with lemon juice for a different tang.
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, toss together the cubed watermelon, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped mint leaves.
  2. In a smaller bowl, combine olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper, whisking until well blended.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until the ingredients are evenly coated.
  4. Serve right away, or for added coolness, refrigerate until it's time to enjoy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 4g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 1-2 days for best flavor. Avoid freezing to maintain texture.

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