Watermelon and cucumber salad is a tasty and refreshing salad. It is ideal to serve as a mid-day snack. Watermelon and cucumber make a match made in heaven, the salad is one of the good ways to enjoy the fruit.
Summer, I really dread this season.  One does not feel like doing anything. Change in diet is needed during this season. Salads, juices, light meals, yoghurt and loads of  seasonal fruits are ideal companion. This watermelon and cucumber salad is a tasty and cool  snack to binge on. An ideal salad to beat the heat, as both are rich in  water content.
Watermelon is a 92 % water content fruit, thus ideal to keep oneself hydrated  for summer. It consists of vitamin A, C, B6, lycopene, aminoacids, potassium and antioxidants. Lycopene, a carotenoid antioxidant is much more in watermelon than in a tomato.
It is good for cardiovascular and bone health, prevents cancer, diuretic and a kidney support. It also helps in healing scars and wounds. It is also good for the eyes and skin.
Moreover, did you know that even the rind and seeds of watermelon are edible? The rind has more lycopene than the red flesh. Here are a few recipes to enjoy with the rind. Use it as a smoothie, it is filling and a good way to enjoy the benefits of rind. You can even use it to make a dosa.
Cucumbers have always played a key role in salads. They belong to the same family as watermelons and rich in water content. The benefits of cucumbers are so many, that one needs to eat them regularly on a daily basis. Rich in fibre, helps in weight loss, fights stress and inflammation and also helps prevent cancer. Thankfully, this vegetable is available all year round.
Now, let me tell  you about  the watermelon and cucumber salad that I have been singing about. It was crunchy , tasty and loved binging it. A perfect summer treat !This post is for the Culinary Hoppers blog hop with the theme “Salads ”
watermelon and cucumber salad
- Watermelon pieces 1 bowl
- Cucumber (large variety) 1
- For seasoning :
- Olive oil 2tsp
- salt to taste
- pepper powder 1/2 tsp
- lemon juice 1tbsp
- Wash the cucumber and cut into chunks.
- Take a bowl and mix the cucumber and watermelon pieces.
- In another bowl, mix the ingredients under ” For seasoning “
- Toss the veggies into it , cover with a lid and refrigerate for sometime.
- Tasty salad is ready to binge.
watermelon and cucumber salad
Ingredients
Method
- Wash the cucumber and cut into chunks.
- Take a bowl and mix the cucumber and watermelon pieces.
- In another bowl, mix the ingredients under " For seasoning "
- Toss the veggies into it , cover with a lid and refrigerate for sometime.
- Tasty salad is ready to binge.
Do check my Kiwi Lemonade, a wonderful drink for summer ! The mixed fruit popsicle is loved by both kids and adults. Cucumber lassi is ideal for those who love to drink something spicy and the tangy raw mango salad makes a good snack to have in the evenings.
And here are the other salad recipes of Culinary Hoppers
Lebanese Tabboleh Salad by Vani
Grilled Vegetable Pasta Salad by Piyali
Roasted Sweet potato salad and Greek yoghurt dressing by Anu
3 way peanut salad and Carrot Cucumber Slaw by Poornima
Quinoa Salad in endive boat and Spring Fruit Salad by  Padma
Thai salad with peanut butter dressing by Shubha
Corn Salad by Shobana
Roasted Cauliflower, Chickpea and Couscous Salad by Swati
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watermelon and cucumber salad
very refreshing salad..perfect for summer:)
Love the vibrant color of watermelon.. Soothing summer salad …delicious share
Delicious looking salad. Perfect burst of refreshing flavours with every bite.
The weather here has suddenly got dry n humid. Wish u could pass that bowl of chilled salad Jayashree . Looks and sounds delish
Love it!! Simple yet perfect. Good to know benefits of watermelon and cucumber. Well explained. I ought to try it this combo. I’m sure my kids will love it.
Perfect combo of cucumber and watermelon.. They hydrate the body and this is a much needed salad for summer.. Looks crisp and tasty!
Very refreshing and Cooling salad to beat the Summer heat…keeps you hydrated…good one Jaya!!
During summer I really prefer to have light meals. This kind of fresh salad is refreshing for hot days and can easily lift up the mood.
Indeed a healthy and refreshing summer salad…Well explained the benefits of watermelon and cucumber.
Simple and yummy salad.Its a perfect salad for this summer.
Thankyou Shobana
What a better way to cool down in summer!
Watermelon and cucumber salad looks very inviting. Two cooling fruits together, makes a wonderful summer time treat. And best part, the salad is easy to make.
Our summer is coming up soon and predicted to be harsh. I am sure I will be having tons of watermelon and cucumber and can make this my lunch, dinner, or snack.
Watermelon and cucumber salad is a perfect summer treat. So refreshing amd quick to make . Perfect snack to satisfy hunger pangs.
Here I can live on this watermelon and cucumber salad for the rest of my life. Absolutely a fabulous salad that quenches thirst and is flling too .
Watermelon and cucumber salad sounds for hot summer days !
So easy to make and enjoy in few minutes to satisfy hunger pangs.
Just reading your recipe is so refreshing. I usually have watermelon and cucumber separately. It is really interesting to combine them together for a salad. Got to try this soon!!
I agree with you about summer it is becoming a bit too hot! I am already dreading my time in the kitchen! Your watermelon and cucumber salad is a blessing. Healthy and filling.
Such a delightful summer salad that comes together within minutes. I also add some mint leaves for added flavour.
Salad looks quite refreshing and perfect for this summers