Summer Watermelon Cucumber Mint

# What You'll Need:

01 - 4 cups seedless watermelon, cubed

02 - 2 cups cucumber, diced

03 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced

04 - 1/3 cup fresh mint leaves, roughly chopped

05 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

06 - 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

07 - 1 teaspoon honey or agave syrup

08 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt

09 - 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

01 - In a large bowl, combine the watermelon cubes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and chopped mint.

02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, honey or agave syrup, salt, and pepper until well blended.

03 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to coat everything evenly.

04 - Serve immediately, or chill for up to 1 hour before serving for maximum refreshment.

01 -

It requires zero cooking and comes together in about 15 minutes, making it perfect when your kitchen is the last place you want to spend time.
The combination of sweet watermelon, cool cucumber, and bright mint is surprisingly addictive and feels luxurious without any fuss.
You can make it ahead and chill it, so it's ideal for potlucks or when you need something ready before guests arrive.

02 -

Watermelon releases juice quickly once it's cut, so don't assemble this more than an hour ahead or you'll end up with a soggy, separated mess instead of a crisp salad.
The mint makes all the difference—if you skip it or use dried, you've essentially made a mediocre cucumber watermelon bowl, so don't skimp here.

03 -

Chill your serving bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes before assembling—this keeps everything colder longer and makes the whole eating experience feel more refreshing.
If your watermelon tastes bland, a good pinch of sea salt and lime juice can wake it up more effectively than adding sweetness ever could.