Pork Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Sweet, cool, and impossibly refreshing, this salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any summer table. Juicy watermelon cubes meet crisp cucumber half-moons in a bowl that practically radiates warm-weather energy. A drizzle of fresh lime juice and extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together with a bright, lightly tangy finish, while torn mint leaves add an herby lift that makes each bite feel alive. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of pork and pork-derived products, so there's no label-reading stress — just clean, vibrant produce you can feel good about. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast that plays beautifully against the sweetness of the melon, and a pinch of red pepper flakes can bring a gentle kick if you're in the mood. The technique is as simple as it gets: toss gently, taste, and serve immediately so the textures stay crisp and the colors stay vivid. It's the kind of no-fuss recipe that looks stunning on the table and tastes even better than it looks.
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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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