Cucumber and Watermelon Salad

This refreshing cucumber and watermelon salad is the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. The sweet watermelon and crisp cucumber are combined with red onion, mint, cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil to create a flavorful and refreshing dish. This salad is also a great source of vitamins and minerals, making it a healthy choice for any meal.

This recipe was inspired by a trip to Mexico, where I had a similar salad at a local restaurant. I was immediately drawn to the combination of sweet and savory flavors, and I knew I had to recreate it at home. After some experimentation, I came up with this recipe, which I think is even better than the original. The key to this salad is using ripe, juicy watermelon and cucumber. The red onion and herbs add a nice bit of crunch and flavor, and the lime juice and olive oil help to brighten up the dish. This salad is a great way to use up any leftover watermelon, and it's also a great side dish for any summer meal.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 English cucumber, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the watermelon, cucumber, red onion, mint, cilantro, lime juice, and olive oil.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The combination of sweet watermelon and crisp cucumber is refreshing and flavorful.
• The red onion and herbs add a nice bit of crunch and flavor.
• The lime juice and olive oil help to brighten up the dish.
• This salad is a great way to use up any leftover watermelon.
• This salad is a great side dish for any summer meal.