Best-Served Cold Cucumber Mint Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-06 · Updated 2026-04-06

A refreshing, crunchy salad with cool cucumbers, fresh mint, and a tangy lime dressing — perfect for summer evenings. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegan) ready in about 15 minutes pairs thinly sliced red onion, chopped fresh mint, (juice and zest) lime into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 large (peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick) cucumbers
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1 (juice and zest) lime
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 peeled and sliced cucumbers, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup chopped mint.
2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp lime zest, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
3. Step 3: Pour dressing over cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
4. Step 4: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld and cucumbers to chill.
5. Step 5: Just before serving, sprinkle with 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese and additional mint for garnish.