Strawberry Cucumber and Basil Salad
Refreshingly vibrant and effortlessly elegant, this Strawberry Cucumber and Basil Salad is a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors. Juicy, ripe strawberries pair beautifully with crisp English cucumber, aromatic fresh basil, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, while slivered almonds add a delightful crunch. The salad is finished with a light, homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey, making it irresistibly flavorful yet light. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a stunning addition to summer barbecues, picnics, or as a unique side dish for any meal. Bursting with seasonal ingredients, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with wholesome goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh strawberries
- 1 large English cucumber
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup slivered almonds
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the strawberries and cucumbers thoroughly.
Hull the strawberries and slice them into halves or quarters, depending on their size.
Peel the English cucumber (optional) and slice it into thin rounds. If the cucumber is particularly large, halve the rounds to create crescent-shaped pieces.
Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces, or leave them whole if preferred.
In a large salad bowl, combine the sliced strawberries, cucumbers, and basil.
Crumble the feta cheese over the salad mixture and sprinkle the slivered almonds on top.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
812 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.2 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1460 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.5 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 558 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 1256 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
