Wheat Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
This is the kind of salad that tastes like summer in every single bite — juicy watermelon, cool crisp cucumber, and bright fresh mint coming together in the most refreshing way. A quick drizzle of lime juice and olive oil is all it takes to tie everything together, letting the natural flavors shine without any fuss. Every ingredient here is naturally free of wheat, so there's no label-reading anxiety or ingredient swaps required — just grab your produce and go. The optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty contrast that takes the whole bowl up a notch, while a pinch of red pepper flakes brings just enough heat to keep things interesting. It comes together in minutes with nothing more than a knife and a mixing bowl, making it an effortless choice for a weeknight side or a backyard gathering. Serve it immediately so the watermelon stays crisp and the mint stays vibrant — this one is best enjoyed fresh.
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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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