Description
A refreshing and vibrant salad combining the sweetness of strawberries with the crispness of cucumbers, perfect for summer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 large cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, diced cucumber, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped mint leaves, then toss lightly again.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
- For added crunch, consider including a handful of chopped nuts, such as walnuts or almonds.
- Substitute the feta cheese with goat cheese or omit it for a dairy-free option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg