Description
This Cucumber Strawberry Salad is a refreshing and colorful summer dish that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries with crisp cucumber, tangy red onion, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a balsamic glaze dressing. It’s a perfect side dish for any meal or a light lunch option.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 2 cups sliced strawberries
- 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
Dressing:
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, cucumber, and red onion. Gently toss to mix.
- Add the chopped mint and basil, then drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss again to evenly coat.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter or bowl. Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top and drizzle with balsamic glaze just before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to 1 hour for a refreshing cold salad.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, omit the feta or use a plant-based alternative.
- You can substitute balsamic glaze with a light balsamic vinaigrette if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 6mg
