Spice Free Crisp Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Summer eating doesn't get much more refreshing than this — juicy watermelon cubes, cool cucumber slices, and bright torn mint all tossed together in a light, tangy dressing. The combination of extra-virgin olive oil and apple cider vinegar keeps things clean and vibrant without relying on any seasonings that might cause irritation or sensitivity. A pinch of sea salt is the only seasoning in play here, making it a genuinely safe and satisfying option for anyone avoiding spices in all their forms. The optional drizzle of raw honey adds just a whisper of sweetness that plays beautifully against the vinegar without tipping into cloying territory. Letting the salad rest for ten minutes before serving is the secret move — the watermelon releases its juice, the dressing melds in, and every bite tastes more alive than the last. It's the kind of dish that disappears fast at a cookout or works just as well as a quiet, cooling lunch on a hot afternoon.
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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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