Description
A light, refreshing summer salad featuring sweet strawberries, crisp cucumber, tangy feta, and fresh mint, perfect for a healthy side dish or snack.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced strawberries and diced cucumber.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped mint leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use a seedless cucumber for the best texture.
- Add a handful of arugula or spinach for extra greens.
- Adjust the amount of honey based on the sweetness of your strawberries.
- Best served fresh.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg