Summer Watermelon Cucumber Mint (Printable)

A vibrant, cooling salad with watermelon, cucumber, mint, and zesty lime dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruits & Vegetables

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed
02 - 2 cups cucumber, diced
03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
04 - 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

→ Dressing

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
06 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup
08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How To:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped mint.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey or agave syrup, salt, and pepper until well blended.
03 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly.
04 - Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for enhanced refreshment.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It comes together in under 15 minutes, leaving you more time to actually enjoy summer instead of sweating over the stove.
  • The lime dressing brightens everything without overpowering the delicate sweetness of the watermelon—it's the secret that makes people ask for the recipe.
  • Completely flexible for dietary needs, whether you're vegan, gluten-free, or just trying to eat lighter in the heat.
02 -
  • Prep everything right before serving—watermelon releases liquid over time, and if you assemble this more than an hour ahead, you'll end up with a watery mess instead of a bright, crisp salad.
  • The dressing-to-salad ratio matters; too much and it becomes heavy, too little and you lose that lime brightness that makes the whole thing sing.
03 -
  • Chill your serving bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling—it keeps everything cooler longer and makes a surprising difference in how refreshing the first bite feels.
  • If your watermelon isn't as sweet as you'd hoped, let the honey do the heavy lifting in the dressing; it rounds out flavors without tasting sugary.
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