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Easy Feta Strawberry Cucumber Salad - Fresh Summer Side Dish Recipe

This refreshing feta strawberry cucumber salad is the perfect no-cook side dish for warm weather, combining juicy strawberries, crisp cucumbers, and creamy feta cheese with a simple lemon-honey dressing. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it's a vibrant, healthy salad that's naturally gluten-free and packed with vitamins for summer picnics or quick lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
  • 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted almonds or walnuts

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Prepare the vegetables and fruit. Wash the strawberries and cucumber thoroughly. Hull the strawberries and slice them into quarters. Thinly slice the cucumber using a sharp knife or mandoline.
  2. Combine the base ingredients. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, cucumber, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently toss to mix without crushing the berries.
  3. Make the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined. The honey helps balance the acidity of the lemon juice.
  4. Dress the salad. Pour the dressing over the strawberry and cucumber mixture. Add the chopped mint leaves and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
  5. Serve immediately. Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and garnish with additional mint leaves. If using nuts, sprinkle them on top just before serving to maintain their crunch.

Notes

Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best results. English cucumbers work better than regular cucumbers. For meal prep, keep dressing separate until ready to serve. Let sit 10-15 minutes before serving for flavors to develop. Can add red onion or arugula for more savory flavor.