Pecan Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
This bright, refreshing salad is the kind of dish that practically screams summer — juicy watermelon, crisp cucumber, and fragrant torn mint come together in a bowl that looks as stunning as it tastes. A quick drizzle of lime juice and extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together with just enough acidity to balance the sweetness of the fruit. The flaky sea salt and black pepper add a subtle savory edge, and if you're feeling it, crumbled feta and a pinch of red pepper flakes take the whole thing to another level. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-scanning or substitution stress — just straightforward, clean cooking. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife, a bowl, and a gentle toss. Serve it immediately while the mint is still vibrant and the cucumber still has its satisfying crunch. It's the kind of effortless side dish that disappears fast at any cookout, picnic, or weeknight dinner table.
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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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