Nickel Allergy Friendly Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Few salads feel as instantly refreshing as this one — juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and bright mint come together in a bowl that practically tastes like summer air. The lime juice and olive oil dressing is light and clean, letting the natural sweetness of the fruit do most of the heavy lifting. For anyone managing a nickel sensitivity, this kind of recipe is a genuine find, since it leans entirely on fresh produce and simple pantry staples rather than grains, legumes, or canned goods that tend to be higher in nickel. The optional feta adds a creamy, salty contrast that takes the whole thing to another level, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it just enough of a kick to keep things interesting. Everything comes together with a few gentle tosses — no cooking, no fuss, no waiting. It's the kind of dish that disappears fast at a backyard gathering, and just as satisfying eaten quietly on your own on a hot afternoon.
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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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