Description
A refreshing and vibrant Strawberry Cucumber Salad combining sweet strawberries, crisp cucumbers, tangy red onion, and creamy feta cheese, enhanced with fresh mint and a zesty golden balsamic vinaigrette. Perfect as a light side dish or summer appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds strawberries, quartered
- 4 cups cucumbers, chopped
- 1 small red onion, chopped
- 8 ounces feta cheese, cubed
- 1/2 cup fresh mint, minced
Dressing
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/3 cup golden balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large bowl, add the quartered strawberries, chopped cucumbers, chopped red onion, cubed feta cheese, and minced fresh mint. Gently mix to evenly distribute all ingredients.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small container with a lid, pour in the olive oil, golden balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and pepper. Secure the lid tightly and shake vigorously until the dressing is well emulsified and mixed.
- Toss the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss gently to coat all the components evenly without breaking the fragile strawberries and feta cubes.
- Store leftovers: Transfer any remaining salad to an airtight container and refrigerate. This salad is freshest when consumed within 1-2 days to maintain flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use fresh and ripe strawberries for the best sweetness and flavor.
- Golden balsamic vinegar adds mild sweetness and color variation compared to regular dark balsamic vinegar.
- Toss the salad gently to prevent bruising the strawberries and crumbling the feta.
- This salad is ideal for quick preparation and serves well as a side for grilled dishes or as a light lunch.
- Consume within 1-2 days to enjoy optimal freshness.
