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Smashed Cucumber and Watermelon Salad

Savor the essence of summer with a quick and easy watermelon salad. Sweet and juicy watermelon, cool cucumbers, and flavorful herbs in minutes.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 101kcal
Author: Stephanie Wilson

Ingredients

  • 5 Persian cucumbers sliced in half lengthwise
  • 3 cups watermelon cubed
  • 1 cup berries like blackberries
  • 1/4 cup feta crumbled
  • 3-4 mint leaves chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons honey
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Slice cucumbers half lengthwise on a cutting board. With the flesh facing up, use the flat side of a chef's knife to smash the cucumber, breaking the flesh. Chop into 1-inch pieces.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the cubed watermelon, smashed cucumber, berries, crumbled feta, dill, and mint.
  • Drizzle the dressing over the top, toss together, and serve!

Nutrition

Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 126mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 401IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 0.3mg