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Cucumber Mint Salad with fresh cucumbers and mint leaves in a bowl

Cucumber Mint Salad

A refreshing cucumber and mint salad that is quick to prepare, healthy, and a perfect side dish for warm days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 large cucumbers Choose firm cucumbers for the best crunch.
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil Experiment with different oils for variety.
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Adding a touch of honey can balance acidity.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash the cucumbers and cut them into thin slices or cubes.
  2. Rinse the fresh mint leaves and chop them lightly.
  3. In a bowl, combine the cucumber and mint.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Toss lightly to combine and serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to serve.

Notes

Cucumber Mint Salad is best served fresh. If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the fridge. This salad is best eaten within a day or two, adding the mint and dressing only before serving to keep the salad fresh.