Cucumber-Mint Lime Salad with Toasted Sesame Seeds

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-08 · Updated 2026-04-08

A refreshing, cooling salad that captures the crisp clarity of morning light with bright citrus and herb notes. This Asian-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs cucumber, fresh mint, lime juice 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 85 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, peeled and thinly sliced cucumber
• 1/4 cup, finely chopped fresh mint
• 1 tbsp lime juice
• 1 tsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
• 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 2 peeled and thinly sliced cucumbers and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint. Whisk 1 tbsp lime juice, 1 tsp rice vinegar, 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Pour dressing over cucumber mixture and toss gently until vegetables are evenly coated, ensuring mint is distributed.
3. Step 3: Refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.