High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Few summer dishes hit as hard as this bright, juicy combination of watermelon, crisp cucumber, and fresh mint. Every ingredient here is exactly what it looks like — whole fruit, a fresh vegetable, herbs, lime juice, and a drizzle of olive oil — with zero processed sweeteners hiding anywhere in the bowl. That matters more than you might think, since so many store-bought dressings and flavored salads sneak in corn syrup derivatives that have no business being near fresh produce. The lime juice brings a clean tartness that lets the natural sweetness of the watermelon shine without any artificial boost. A scatter of flaky sea salt ties everything together, and the optional feta adds a creamy, salty contrast that makes the whole thing feel a little more substantial. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a bowl, which makes it perfect for a last-minute cookout side or a light lunch on a hot day. Serve it immediately while the watermelon is still cold and the mint is fragrant — this one doesn't wait around.
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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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