Watermelon Cucumber Salad (Printable)
Juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber with mint and lime-olive dressing for a bright, summery side or light meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables & Fruit
01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 2 cups cucumber, peeled and diced
03 - 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
→ Dressing
05 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
06 - Juice of 1 lime
07 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Add-ins
09 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
# How to Make It:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, add the cubed watermelon, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped fresh mint leaves.
02 - In a small mixing bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lime juice, sea salt, and ground black pepper until well combined.
03 - Pour the lime dressing over the salad components and gently toss with a large spoon to evenly coat.
04 - If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top just before serving.
05 - Serve promptly to ensure optimal freshness and flavor.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This salad tastes even better after the flavors mingle—a secret little bonus for those who like to prepare ahead.
- Every bite is so refreshing and hydrating, it’s almost like eating summer itself.
02 -
- Add the dressing just before serving; if you toss it too soon, the watermelon can lose its texture and release too much juice.
- A splash of lime makes everything pop, but I learned not to overdo it—a whole second lime will overpower the sweetness.
03 -
- Always cut the watermelon just before using—it’s much juicier and the cubes look brighter.
- Slice onions paper-thin so they don’t overpower the delicate flavors of the salad.