Almond Free Crisp Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Sweet, cooling, and impossibly refreshing, this salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any summer table. Juicy watermelon cubes and crisp cucumber slices get tossed in a bright apple cider vinegar dressing with a drizzle of olive oil and a touch of honey, then finished with torn fresh mint that makes every bite feel alive. The short rest before serving is the secret — it gives the watermelon a chance to release its juice and meld with the dressing into something that tastes far more complex than the ingredient list suggests. For anyone navigating nut allergies, this recipe is naturally worry-free from start to finish, built entirely on whole fruits, herbs, and pantry staples with zero risk of hidden almond-based oils or garnishes sneaking in. It works beautifully as a light side alongside grilled dishes or as a standalone afternoon snack when the heat is relentless. The mint adds an herbal lift that keeps it from feeling one-note, and the optional honey lets you dial the sweetness up or down depending on how ripe your watermelon is.
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4 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into ¾-inch cubes
- 1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp raw honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes and sliced cucumber to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, salt, and honey, if using, until combined.
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