Cucumber Strawberry Salad (Printable version)
Cucumbers and strawberries tossed with mint and white balsamic for bright summer flavor in minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ Produce
01 - 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
02 - 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, torn
→ Dressing
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
07 - 1 teaspoon honey
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Toppings
10 - 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
11 - 2 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together sliced strawberries, cucumber, red onion, and torn mint leaves until evenly combined.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, honey, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until the dressing is emulsified.
03 - Drizzle the prepared dressing over the mixed produce. Use salad tongs or clean hands to toss gently, ensuring all ingredients are lightly coated.
04 - Top with crumbled feta cheese and toasted sliced almonds if desired. Serve immediately for optimal freshness.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- The sweet strawberries and crisp cucumber are a flavor combination that feels like a hidden gem.
- You can throw it together faster than you can lay the table, yet it always feels restaurant-special.
02 -
- If you toss too vigorously, the strawberries will break down and make the salad watery.
- Gently tearing mint leaves instead of chopping keeps their flavor from getting lost.
03 -
- Don’t skip toasting the almonds; their aroma makes the salad feel extra special.
- The salad works surprisingly well as a topping for grilled sourdough bread—trust me.