Cucumber Strawberry Salad 🍓🥒
**Ingredients:
- 2 cups strawberries, hulled and sliced
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced (or 2 small)
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh mint or basil, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp toasted almonds or sunflower seeds (optional for crunch)
**Directions:
1. Combine strawberries, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl.
2. Add mint or basil and gently toss.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper.
4. Pour dressing over salad and toss lightly to combine.
5. Top with feta/goat cheese and nuts or seeds, if using.
6. Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
**Pairs well with Grilled chicken, fish, or as a refreshing side at picnics and BBQs.
**Serves: 4
**Calories: ~150–200 kcal