Hydrating Lemon-Cucumber Salad with Fresh Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-02 · Updated 2026-04-02

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A refreshing, no-cook salad that combats dehydration-related headaches and nausea with cooling cucumbers and electrolyte-rich lemon. Perfect for Whole30 reset days. This Mediterranean-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs English cucumber, Fresh lemon juice, Fresh mint leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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: 15 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 large English cucumber
1/4 cup Fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup Fresh mint leaves
2 tbsp Fresh dill
1 tbsp Extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 tsp Sea salt

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Instructions

Step 1: Peel 2 large English cucumbers and dice into 1/2-inch cubes using a sharp knife, ensuring even pieces for consistent texture.
Step 2: Place diced cucumbers in a mixing bowl, add 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, and 1/4 tsp sea salt; toss gently until all pieces are evenly coated and the salt begins to draw out moisture.
Step 3: Finely chop 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves and 2 tbsp fresh dill, then fold into the cucumber mixture until herbs are distributed and the salad glistens with oil and lemon juice.