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Crunchy Asian Cucumber Watermelon Salad

A refreshing and vibrant salad combining the crispness of cucumbers with the sweetness of watermelon, enhanced by a zesty Asian dressing and topped with crunchy peanuts.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Asian, fusion
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups cucumber thinly sliced
  • 3 cups watermelon seedless, cubed
  • ½ cup red bell pepper finely diced
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
  • ¼ cup peanuts chopped, for garnish
For the Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce low sodium recommended
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil for flavor
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice for brightness
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes optional, for heat

Method
 

Prepare the Salad Ingredients
  1. Start by washing the cucumber and watermelon thoroughly. For the cucumber, slice it thinly using a sharp knife to ensure even pieces that will provide a nice crunch.
  2. Cut the watermelon into bite-sized cubes, removing any seeds if present. This will add a sweet and juicy element to the salad.
  3. Finely dice the red bell pepper and thinly slice the red onion. These will add color and a slight crunch to the salad.
  4. Chop the fresh cilantro and set aside. This herb will add a fresh flavor that complements the other ingredients.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, fresh lime juice, and red pepper flakes. Whisk together until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
  2. Taste the dressing and adjust the sweetness or acidity according to your preference by adding more honey or lime juice.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a large serving bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, cubed watermelon, diced red bell pepper, sliced red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together to ensure the ingredients are evenly coated. Be careful not to mash the watermelon.
  3. Top the salad with chopped peanuts for an added crunch and serve immediately for the best texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh. If you need to prepare it in advance, keep the dressing separate until just before serving to maintain the crunchiness of the vegetables.

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