Summer Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad (Printer-friendly)

Vibrant cooling salad featuring juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and fresh mint—perfect for hot summer days.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits & Vegetables

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 2 cups cucumber, diced (English cucumber preferred)
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
04 - 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
06 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine watermelon cubes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped mint leaves.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey or agave syrup, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Pour dressing over salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
04 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for optimal refreshment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Incredibly hydrating and refreshing for peak summer heat.
  • Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes.
  • Naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
  • Low-calorie but high in flavor and texture.
02 -
  • Use English cucumbers to avoid tough skins and large seeds.
  • Ensure the red onion is sliced very finely so it doesn't overpower the other ingredients.
  • To keep the dish strictly vegan, use agave syrup instead of honey.
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