Citrus Free Crisp Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Sweet, cool, and impossibly refreshing, this salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any summer table. Juicy watermelon cubes and crisp cucumber slices come together in a way that feels both simple and a little bit special. The dressing is where the magic happens — a quick whisk of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of honey creates a bright, tangy coating that pulls the whole thing together without a single drop of lemon or lime juice. That matters more than you might think, because so many fresh salad dressings lean on citrus as their default acid, leaving anyone avoiding it with very few options. Here, apple cider vinegar does the heavy lifting beautifully, delivering that same lively contrast to the sweet watermelon without any of the citrus concern. Torn fresh mint scattered throughout adds an herby, cooling note that makes every bite feel like a breeze on a hot afternoon. Let it rest for just ten minutes before serving and the watermelon releases its natural juices, turning the whole bowl into something you'll want to drink.
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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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