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Watermelon and Cucumber Salad Recipe

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Watermelon and cucumber salad combines fresh watermelon, cucumber, and red onion with a tangy red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect for summer with keywords: refreshing salad, watermelon, cucumber, summer dish, easy recipe.

Ingredients

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  • 1 small watermelon, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
  • 4 medium cucumbers, peeled, seeded, and chopped
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • Handful chopped fresh mint
  • ½ cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt (or ½ teaspoon sea salt)
  • Pinch ground black pepper

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, red onion, and mint.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use mini or English cucumbers to skip peeling and seeding.
  • Adjust honey for desired sweetness in the dressing.

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