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    Home » Recipes » Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad

    Published: Jun 1, 2018 · Modified: Aug 29, 2022 by Linda Warren

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad

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    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for the hot summer days ahead. Juicy sweet watermelon combines with cool pieces of cucumber and crunchy walnuts, sprinkled liberally with the fresh flavors of basil and mint, then tossed with a light raspberry vinaigrette.

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad | 2 Cookin Mamas Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for the hot summer days ahead. Juicy sweet watermelon combines with cool pieces of cucumber, sprinkled liberally with the fresh flavors of basil and mint, then tossed with a light raspberry vinaigrette. #salad #fruitsalad #watermelon #cucumber #mint #walnuts #recipe #summersalad

    This is National Fresh Fruit & Vegetable Month and I couldn't think of anything more indicative of this than this fresh salad containing both fruit and vegetables.

    It is really the perfect salad to have during the summer, both refreshing and full of seasonal local produce like cucumbers and watemelon. And supporting your local farmers is both beneficial for your neighborhood as well as the environment (less carbon footprint).

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad overhead closeup | 2 Cookin Mamas

    This salad is also packed with nutrients and can be an ideal stand alone meal or as an accompaniment to your lunch or dinner. The watermelon, long thought to be just full of lots of water and sugar, contains  lycopene which is  important to both cardiovascular and bone health while the cucumber is high in antioxidants, beneficial to the heart as well as reducing the risks of certain types of cancer. Now we can't leave out the walnuts which are also important to cardiovascular health or the goat cheese which is lower in fat and calories than cow's cheese as well as higher in protein and calcium.  So you see, not only is this salad delicious but good for you as well.

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad - Perfect for Summer

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad dressing | 2 Cookin Mamas

    We have this as often as we can during the summer and, as an extra bonus, I get to use my fresh mint and basil from my garden. I like it both as a light lunch or with a fish or chicken dinner . And, when I go back for seconds, I don't even have to feel guilty.

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad bite | 2 Cookin Mamas

    Love light salads during the hot summer months like me? Check these out:

    • Strawberry Avocado Chicken Salad
    • Red, White & Blue Salad
    • Mediterranean Quinoa Salad
    • Cucumber and Tomato Salad
    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad square | 2 Cookin Mamas

    CUCUMBER MINT WATERMELON SALAD

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for the hot summer days ahead. Juicy sweet watermelon combines with cool pieces of cucumber and crunchy walnuts, sprinkled liberally with the fresh flavors of basil and mint, then tossed with a light raspberry vinaigrette.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 4 servings
    Author: Linda Warren

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups watermelon, cubed
    • 1 large cucumber, cubed
    • Small handful of fresh basil, chopped
    • 3-4 leaves fresh mint, chopped
    • ¼ cup walnuts, chopped
    • ¼ cup goat cheese, crumbled
    • Raspberry vinaigrette or white balsamic vinaigrette (mix 2 teaspoons light olive oil with 2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar)

    Instructions

    • Toss all ingredients together and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors marry.

    Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad pin | 2 Cookin Mamas Cucumber Mint Watermelon Salad is the perfect refreshing side dish for the hot summer days ahead. Juicy sweet watermelon combines with cool pieces of cucumber, sprinkled liberally with the fresh flavors of basil and mint, then tossed with a light raspberry vinaigrette. #salad #fruitsalad #watermelon #cucumber #mint #walnuts #recipe #summersalad

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    Comments

    1. Claire says

      June 01, 2018 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      This is always such a favorite at summer BBQ's.
      I take it to pot lucks and all backyard events.
      Thank you for a a great recipe 😀

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        June 04, 2018 at 9:13 am

        It's a great potluck salad! I bring it to friend's houses too and it's always popular.

        Reply
    2. Tayler Ross says

      June 01, 2018 at 6:28 pm

      5 stars
      I'm sure the flavors of mint, watermelon and cucumber make an incredible combination!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        June 04, 2018 at 9:13 am

        They really do! And so refreshing!

        Reply
    3. Danielle @ Poor and Gluten Free says

      July 01, 2014 at 5:48 pm

      Thanks for sharing this on Waste Not Want Not Wednesday, I'm featuring it tonight and pinning it!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        July 01, 2014 at 8:44 pm

        Thanks for the feature and hope you get a chance to try it out soon.

        Reply
    4. Miz Helen says

      June 30, 2014 at 2:42 pm

      I just love this Watermelon Salad, it looks awesome! Hope you are having a great week and thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday.
      Come Back Soon!
      Miz Helen

      Reply
    5. Nicole Hallford says

      June 25, 2014 at 11:17 pm

      This sounds so refreshing!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        June 26, 2014 at 8:39 pm

        It's a great addition to a picnic and fits in perfectly with July 4th celebrations.

        Reply
    6. Patti says

      June 25, 2014 at 4:01 pm

      That recipe sound so refreshing and it's so simple. I cant wait to try it. Thank you for sharing.

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        June 25, 2014 at 8:11 pm

        It really is easy and delicious. Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
    7. Lori Hart says

      June 25, 2014 at 1:29 pm

      Perfect for summer!! I found you over at the The Wednesday Round-Up link party. I host Tickle My Tastebuds Tuesday and would love it if you linked up this recipe. I’m sure our party goers would love it as much as I do. Here is the link http://bit.ly/1wsjSLy. Have a wonderful day!!

      Reply
      • Linda Warren says

        June 25, 2014 at 2:41 pm

        We'd be pleased to add our recipes to your link party. Love your site with so many delicious recipes. Thanks for the invite.

        Reply

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