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Cucumber Strawberry Salad with Balsamic Honey Dressing Recipe

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A refreshing and vibrant Cucumber Strawberry Salad combining crisp cucumber slices and sweet strawberries, dressed with a tangy balsamic vinaigrette and fresh mint. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish to brighten any meal.

Ingredients

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Produce

  • 1 cucumber
  • 2 cups strawberries
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint

Dressing

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare Cucumber: Wash the cucumber thoroughly and slice it into thin, even rounds. Place these slices into a large mixing bowl.
  2. Prepare Strawberries: Rinse the strawberries, remove their hulls, and slice them. Add the sliced strawberries to the bowl with the cucumber.
  3. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and emulsified.
  4. Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumber and strawberry slices. Gently toss everything together to ensure all pieces are coated evenly.
  5. Add Mint: Slice the fresh mint leaves finely and add them to the salad. Toss again gently to distribute the mint throughout the salad.
  6. Rest and Serve: Allow the salad to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully.

Notes

  • For best results, use fresh, ripe strawberries and crisp cucumbers.
  • This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
  • Adjust honey amount if you prefer a sweeter dressing.
  • Adding nuts like toasted almonds can give a nice crunch.
  • Mint can be substituted with fresh basil for a different flavor profile.

Keywords: cucumber strawberry salad, fresh salad, summer salad, balsamic vinaigrette, healthy salad