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Strawberry and Cucumber Salad

This salad combines juicy strawberries and crisp cucumber slices, tossed together fresh and light. It highlights the textures and flavors of the fruit and vegetable, finished with subtle mint notes for an invigorating crunch and burst of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: International
Calories: 50
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pint strawberries hulled and sliced
  • 1 medium cucumber peeled and thinly sliced
  • a few leaves fresh mint chopped
  • to taste salt optional, for seasoning

Equipment

  • Sharp Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Start by preparing your ingredients: hull and slice the strawberries, peel and thinly slice the cucumber, and chop the mint leaves.
  2. Place the sliced strawberries and cucumber in a large mixing bowl, spreading them evenly.
  3. Gently toss the fruits and vegetables together, allowing the flavors to mingle and the textures to combine.
  4. Add the chopped mint leaves for a fresh aroma and a hint of herbal brightness.
  5. If desired, sprinkle a little salt over the salad to enhance the natural sweetness and crunch.
  6. Give everything one final gentle toss to evenly distribute the mint and seasoning.
  7. Serve the salad immediately, enjoying the juicy burst of strawberries with the crisp cucumber and fresh mint.