Watermelon Cucumber Salad
A refreshing and hydrating Watermelon Cucumber Salad that combines sweet watermelon and crisp cucumber with a tangy lime dressing, perfect for a light snack or summer side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups seedless watermelon, diced
- 2 cups cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced watermelon, cucumber, and red onion.
- Add the chopped mint leaves to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the watermelon mixture and gently toss to combine.
- Refrigerate the salad for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing snack or side dish.
Notes
For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving.