Xanthan Gum Free Watermelon Cucumber Mint Salad
Cool, crisp, and bursting with summer flavor, this salad is the kind of dish that disappears fast at any table. Juicy watermelon cubes meet refreshing cucumber half-moons, all brightened with fresh lime juice and a drizzle of olive oil that ties everything together beautifully. Torn mint leaves add an herby lift, while optional crumbled feta and a pinch of red pepper flakes give it a savory, slightly spicy edge for those who want a little more complexity. The whole thing comes together with a gentle toss — no cooking, no fuss, just clean and vibrant ingredients doing exactly what they should. For anyone navigating thickener sensitivities, this recipe is naturally free of any additives or stabilizers since every single ingredient is a whole food straight from the produce aisle or pantry. It's proof that the most satisfying dishes are often the simplest ones, and this salad is as honest and unfussy as cooking gets.
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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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