Cucumber Strawberry Salad (Printable)

Crisp cucumbers and sweet strawberries with mint, tossed in a tangy balsamic-honey dressing for a bright summer side.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fresh Produce

01 - 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 and 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon honey
08 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Additions

10 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
11 - 2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds

# Directions:

01 - In a large salad bowl, gently combine cucumbers, strawberries, red onion, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss softly to ensure even coating.
04 - Just before serving, top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted slivered almonds, if desired.
05 - Serve immediately to preserve freshness and a crisp texture.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The juicy burst of fresh strawberries with crisp cucumber makes every bite feel like summer in a bowl.
  • No cooking required—just quick chopping and a swoosh of a whisk, ideal for busy days or lazy moods.
02 -
  • If you dress the salad too early, the cucumbers release water and make everything a bit soggy.
  • I once overdressed it, and the strawberries lost their brightness—less is more when tossing.
03 -
  • Using a mandoline ensures paper-thin slices—just mind your fingertips.
  • Cubing the cucumbers instead of slicing changes the whole mouthfeel if you want a chunkier salad.

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