Paraben Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and bright fresh mint come together in a bowl that tastes like the best part of summer. 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 navigating paraben sensitivities, processed dressings and packaged salads can be a minefield of preservatives and synthetic additives — this one sidesteps all of that with whole, recognizable ingredients from start to finish. Every component is straightforward and easy to verify, which makes the whole thing as stress-free to prepare as it is to eat. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast, and a pinch of red pepper flakes gives it a subtle kick if you're in the mood. Toss it together gently so the mint stays fragrant and the watermelon holds its shape, then serve it right away while everything is still cold and fresh. It's the kind of dish that disappears fast at a summer table — and you'll be glad you made it.
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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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