Strawberry Cucumber Salad with Feta and Fresh Herbs Recipe
A refreshing and vibrant Strawberry Cucumber Salad combining sweet strawberries, crisp cucumbers, and fresh herbs, tossed with a tangy olive oil and lemon dressing, finished with creamy feta cheese for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups chopped strawberries
- 2 cups chopped cucumbers (Persian or mini for extra crunch)
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (can substitute with vegan cheese for dairy-free option)
- 5–10 leaves fresh basil, chopped (adjust based on size)
- 5–10 leaves fresh mint, chopped (adjust based on size)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 lemon, juice only
- 1/2 tsp honey (adjust for sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp white wine vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Chop the strawberries and cucumbers into bite-sized pieces. Chop fresh basil and mint leaves finely.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine olive oil, lemon juice, honey, white wine vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until well emulsified. Set aside.
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large serving bowl, add the chopped strawberries, cucumbers, basil, mint, and crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Assembly: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the bowl.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss everything together to evenly coat the salad with the dressing. Adjust seasoning if needed and serve immediately for best freshness and texture.
Notes
- Use Persian or mini cucumbers for an extra crunchy texture.
- For a dairy-free option, substitute feta cheese with vegan cheese.
- Adjust honey amount according to your preferred sweetness level.
- Consume immediately after tossing to maintain freshness and prevent sogginess.
- This salad is best served chilled; you can refrigerate ingredients before assembling.
Keywords: Strawberry cucumber salad, summer salad, fresh herb salad, feta cheese salad, easy no-cook salad, healthy side dish
