Chilled Cucumber and Watermelon Salad with Lime-Mint Dressing
A refreshing, no-cook salad featuring juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber in a zesty lime-mint vinaigrette, perfect for summer gatherings.
Cuisine: American
Category: Salads
Prep: 20 minutes. Cook: 0 minutes.
Serves 4.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, peeled and diced (1/2-inch) cucumber
- 2 cups, cubed (1-inch) watermelon
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced radishes
- 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh mint
- 2 tbsp (from 1 lime) lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup peeled and diced cucumber, 2 cups cubed watermelon, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced radishes.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving, then sprinkle with 2 tbsp fresh mint.