Cucumber and Watermelon Detox Salad with Cilantro-Lime Dressing

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A hydrating salad combining crisp cucumber and juicy watermelon tossed in a zesty cilantro-lime dressing, perfect for soothing discomfort and promoting kidney hydration. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegan), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs seedless watermelon, cubed, English cucumber, diced, fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 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 60 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.

Prep: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 60 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of cubed seedless watermelon and 1 cup of diced English cucumber, tossing gently to mix.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lime juice, 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1/8 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Pour the cilantro-lime dressing over the watermelon and cucumber mixture, then sprinkle 1/4 cup of chopped fresh cilantro leaves on top.
  4. Step 4: Toss everything lightly until evenly coated and refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving chilled as a refreshing kidney-friendly salad.

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