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Strawberry, Watermelon, Feta & Mint Cucumber Salad

Strawberry watermelon feta cucumber salad with mint and a quick honey-lime dressing. Juicy fruit, crisp cucumber, creamy feta, and fresh mint are gently tossed just until coated.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 2 cup fresh strawberries hulled and halved
  • 3 cup seedless watermelon cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 English cucumber large, halved and sliced into half-moons
  • 0.75 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves torn
Honey-Lime Dressing
  • 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 0.25 tsp flaky sea salt pinch
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper pinch

Equipment

  • 1 sheet pan

Method
 

Prep the salad
  1. Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them in half. This keeps the fruit juicy while creating bite-size pieces.
  2. Cut the watermelon into generous 1-inch chunks and set aside. Keep the pieces similar in size so they toss evenly.
  3. Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then cut into half-moon slices about 1/4-inch thick. Aim for even thickness for a crisp, cool bite.
Make the honey-lime dressing
  1. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, honey, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until combined. Whisk until the honey dissolves so the dressing coats smoothly.
Assemble and serve
  1. In a large wide serving bowl, combine the strawberries, watermelon, and cucumber. Toss gently just to mix without bruising the fruit.
  2. Drizzle the honey-lime dressing over the salad and toss lightly. You want everything just coated, not overdressed, for the best texture.
  3. Scatter the crumbled feta over the top. Do not toss again after adding feta so it stays beautifully on top.
  4. Finish with the torn fresh mint leaves. Serve immediately for the freshest texture, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Pro tip: Keep the fruit pieces a consistent size and toss gently so strawberries don’t break down. Refrigerate in a covered container for up to 30 minutes; freezing is not recommended. For a dairy-light swap, use feta-style plant cheese crumbles in the same amount.