Gelatin Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
This is the kind of dish that tastes like summer in a bowl — sweet, cool, and just a little bit bright from the fresh lime juice. Juicy watermelon and crisp cucumber are a natural pairing, and the torn mint leaves bring an herby freshness that ties everything together beautifully. A drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of flaky sea salt round out the flavors without weighing anything down. If you want a little extra depth, the optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it a subtle kick that keeps things interesting. Every single ingredient here is completely plant-based and naturally free from animal-derived thickeners or setting agents, so there's nothing to second-guess. It comes together in minutes with no cooking required — just chop, toss, and serve straight away for the best texture and flavor.
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4 servings
- 6 cups seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 english cucumber, halved lengthwise and sliced into ¼-inch half-moons
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp flaky sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the watermelon cubes and cucumber slices to a large mixing bowl.
- 2
Drizzle the lime juice and olive oil over the watermelon and cucumber, then sprinkle with the flaky sea salt and black pepper. Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
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