Craving a refreshing and flavorful salad that bursts with summer flavors? Look no further than the tantalizing Cucumber and Watermelon Salad with Hoisin Lime Dressing. This vibrant dish combines the crispness of cucumber, the sweetness of watermelon, and a tangy hoisin lime dressing, creating a symphony of tastes that will awaken your palate. Whether you're hosting a backyard barbecue, enjoying a light lunch, or seeking a healthy snack, this salad is sure to impress with its vibrant colors, delightful textures, and irresistible taste. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will transport you to summer bliss with every bite!
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
WATERMELON-CUCUMBER SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 0
Steps:
- Soak 1/2 thinly sliced red onion in cold water. Pat dry 4 cups diced watermelon and 1 seeded and sliced cucumber; toss with a handful of thinly sliced mint. Drain the onion, squeeze dry and add to the salad along with some chopped cashews. Add 1/4 cup olive oil and the juice of 1/2 lemon; season with salt and toss. Top with crumbled goat cheese.
WATERMELON-CUCUMBER SALAD WITH SUSHI VINEGAR AND LIME
This recipe is quick to make, with dazzling colors and a light oil-free dressing. If you use sushi vinegar, you won't need any additional salt or sugar.
Provided by Lisa
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Peel cucumbers into a striped pattern lengthwise using a vegetable peeler. Slice cucumbers in half lengthwise; cut each half into 1/4-inch slices creating 'half-moon' shapes. Combine cucumbers, watermelon, and red onion in a large bowl.
- Whisk rice vinegar, white wine vinegar, and lime juice together in a bowl; add mint. Muddle the mint by vigorously stirring and pressing the leaves with a spoon until they look bruised but aren't falling apart. Remove and discard mint leaves.
- Drizzle the dressing over salad and gently toss. Sprinkle feta cheese over salad; toss gently.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 2.9 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 143.3 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
WATERMELON AND CUCUMBER SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: large watermelon, cucumber, red onion, salt, feta cheese, balsamic vinegar
Provided by Tara Botwinick
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut a large watermelon in half lengthwise.
- Dice half of the watermelon and save the rind for later.
- Place watermelon, cucumber, red onion, salt, and balsamic vinegar into large bowl and mix together.
- Pour salad into hollowed out watermelon rind (optional).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 calories, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 0 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, Sugar 8 grams
REFRESHING CUCUMBER WATERMELON SALAD
I make this for all of my summer picnics, a huge hit!
Provided by kateroo
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix red onion with lime juice in a bowl; set side to marinate at least 10 minutes. Stir olive oil into mixture.
- Toss watermelon, baby cucumbers, and feta cheese together in a large bowl. Pour the red onion mixture over the watermelon mixture; toss to coat. Sprinkle mint over the salad; toss.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.9 calories, Carbohydrate 35.6 g, Cholesterol 13.4 mg, Fat 6.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2.7 g, Sodium 172.3 mg, Sugar 28.9 g
SMASHED CUCUMBER AND WATERMELON SALAD
Smashed cucumber salad (or pai huang gua) is a staple side dish in many Chinese restaurants and usually consists of cucumbers tossed with black vinegar, soy sauce, garlic and sesame seeds (or oil). In other variations, chiles and sometimes Sichuan peppercorn are added. We started with the technique of smashing the cucumbers, which creates jagged edges and more surface area for the dressing to get absorbed, and salting them, which softens the skin, firms up the flesh and releases some water to concentrate the flavor, then added a twist. This version combines the freshness of sweet watermelon and an abundance of herbs with a little heat from chiles and ginger. It's a bright summer salad that hits all the flavor receptors.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories side-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Partially peel the cucumbers in strips and cut in half lengthwise. Using a spoon, scrape out the seeds. Firmly smash the cucumber pieces with the flat side of a cleaver or large knife (or a rolling pin) until the cucumbers split in half naturally. Pull apart the 2 sides of the cucumbers along the natural split. Cut the cucumbers into 1-inch pieces diagonally.
- Toss together the cucumbers and 2 teaspoons salt in a medium bowl. Let sit at room temperature until the cucumbers have released some liquid, about 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, add the neutral oil and shallots to a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are mostly browned, about 6 minutes. Set aside to cool, about 20 minutes (the shallots will continue to brown).
- When the shallot oil mixture is cool, stir in the following ingredients in this order: the lime zest, Chinese black vinegar, ginger, soy sauce, sugar, 1 teaspoon of the sesame seeds, the red chile and lime juice until the sugar is dissolved; set aside.
- Drain the cucumbers and dry them with a paper towel. Toss the cucumbers, watermelon, cilantro and mint in the lime-soy dressing and transfer to a plate. Garnish with the remaining toasted sesame seeds and additional cilantro and mint.
CUCUMBER AND WATERMELON SALAD WITH HOISIN-LIME DRESSING
Categories Salad Citrus Fruit Vegetable No-Cook Lime Watermelon Cucumber Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine cucumbers and watermelon in medium bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 15 minutes and up to 4 hours. Drain; discard liquid.
- Whisk lime juice and hoisin sauce in small bowl to blend. Pour dressing over cucumber-watermelon mixture and toss gently. Season salad to taste with pepper. Sprinkle salad with cilantro, mint, and then peanuts. Serve immediately.
CUCUMBER AND WATERMELON SALAD WITH HOISIN-LIME DRESSING
Make and share this Cucumber and Watermelon Salad With Hoisin-Lime Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Melons
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine cucumbers and watermelon in medium bowl.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 15 minutes and up to 4 hours.
- Drain; discard liquid.
- Whisk lime juice and hoisin sauce in small bowl to blend.
- Pour dressing over cucumber-watermelon mixture and toss gently.
- Season salad to taste with pepper.
- Sprinkle salad with cilantro, mint, and then peanuts.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.6, Fat 6.8, SaturatedFat 1, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 235, Carbohydrate 15.6, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 8.8, Protein 4.3
WATERMELON AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH HOISIN-LIME DRESSING
This is a nice refreshing salad, ideal for the hot summer months. I have tried many watermelon salads, but I always seem to head back to this one. The flavours are quite unique.
Provided by Abby Girl
Categories Melons
Time 15m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut cucumber into 1/2" pieces. Cut the watermelon in chunks or use a melon ball utensil and make rounds. Chop cilantro and mint, set aside.
- Important step: Combine watermelon and cucumbers in medium bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate at least 15 minutes and up to 4 hours. Drain; discard liquid.
- Whisk lime juice and hoisin sauce in a small bowl to blend. Pour dressing over watermelon cucumber mixture and toss gently. Season salad to taste with pepper. Sprinkle salad with cilantro, mint and peanuts.
- Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 177.2, Fat 9.9, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 0.2, Sodium 286.9, Carbohydrate 19.9, Fiber 2.8, Sugar 11.2, Protein 6.1
Tips:
- Choose ripe and juicy cucumbers and watermelon. This will ensure that the salad is flavorful and refreshing.
- Slice the cucumbers and watermelon into thin pieces. This will help them absorb the dressing better.
- Use a variety of toppings. This will add flavor and texture to the salad. Some good options include chopped cilantro, mint, peanuts, and sesame seeds.
- Make the dressing ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the salad chilled. This will make it even more refreshing.
Conclusion:
Cucumber and watermelon salad is a delicious, refreshing, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a summer party or potluck. With its sweet and tangy flavor, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone. So next time you're looking for a light and healthy side dish, give this cucumber and watermelon salad a try. You won't be disappointed!
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