My strawberry cucumber salad is fresh, colorful, and delicious. Sweet strawberries, crisp cucumbers, and a light dressing, it’s a wonderful side dish for any occasion.

If you are craving something cool and crunchy during these warm months, this strawberry cucumber salad is one of my favorites. A great combination of crisp cucumber and juicy strawberries, topped with a light, flavorful dressing that brings everything together.

During the summer my husband likes to grill out on the weekends. I’m typically in charge of making the side dishes to pair with what he is grilling. One of my favorite things to make is this salad. It’s a refreshing summer side dish that isn’t too heavy, but still satisfying.

This is an easy recipe that will work for just about any occasion. It’s the perfect salad to add to a brunch buffet, bring to a summer cookout, or serving it as a simple side dish for dinner.

Want more fresh salads, be sure to check out this Greek cucumber salad, strawberry spinach salad, and cucumber tomato avocado salad.

Why you’ll love this recipe

• Great balance of flavors. The sweetness of the strawberries with the tanginess of the cheese and dressing pair together beautifully.
• Fast and easy. Can be prepared in about 10 minutes.
• Beautiful presentation. The vibrant colors of this salad are beautiful on the table.
• Perfect for entertaining. If you need something fresh to add to your party table, this is a great recipe that can be made in minutes with minimal ingredients.

Ingredients

Strawberry cucumber salad can be assembled with just a few simple ingredients. You will need:

• Strawberries: Try to pick fresh, ripe strawberries for the best flavor.
• Cucumbers: I recommend using and English cucumber or small Persian cucumbers since they have fewer seeds and thinner skin.
• Goat cheese: Crumbled goat cheese adds delicious creaminess and a hint of tanginess that compliments the sweet strawberries.
• Basil: Fresh basil adds a bright, herb flavor.
• Honey: Adds a hint of sweetness to help enhance the strawberries.
• Extra virgin olive oil: The base of the light dressing that brings everything together.
• Lemon juice: Adds brightness and balance.
• Ground black pepper: Just a little ground black pepper adds a hint of spice.

How to make strawberry cucumber salad

This fresh strawberry cucumber salad comes together easily. Scroll to the bottom for the full recipe.

Step one: Dice your cucumbers and strawberries.

Step two: Chop the fresh basil.

Step three: Combine the cucumbers, strawberries, basil, and goat cheese in a bowl or dish.

Step four: Whisk together the oil, lemon juice, honey, and pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

Step five: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to eat.

Heather’s recipe tips

• Use ripe strawberries. Using the best strawberries you can find will make a big difference in taste.
• Try to cut the cucumbers and strawberries evenly.
• Pat the cucumbers and strawberries dry with a paper towel to help prevent the salad from getting watery.
• Add your dressing just before serving.

Variations

Cucumber and strawberry salad can be customized with a few changes.

• Cheese: Swap out the goat cheese with crumbled feta cheese or mozzarella pearls.
• Herbs: Substitute the basil with fresh mint. You can also combine the mint with the basil.
• Lettuce: Add in lettuce like arugula, butter lettuce, or romaine lettuce.
• Balsamic: Mix a little balsamic vinegar into the dressing for extra flavor.
• Nuts: Add some crunch with chopped pecans, almonds, or walnuts.
• Protein: Make this a meal by stirring in some chopped chicken, crumbled bacon, or even steak.
• More berries: Add blueberries and raspberries for extra sweet berry flavor.

Storage instructions

This cucumber salad is best served the day it is made. It will last for one night but after that, the strawberries start release juice over time.

Store: Keep any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

What to serve with cucumber strawberry salad

This makes such a great side dish for a variety of occasions. An easy side for BBQ, or pair it with things like this BBQ meatloaf, grilled chicken, or fish.

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