Quick Cherry Salad
Brighten up your table with this irresistibly fresh Quick Cherry Salad, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and tangy flavors that comes together in just 15 minutes. Highlighting juicy, ruby-red cherries as the star ingredient, this vibrant dish also features crisp cucumber, creamy feta cheese, and a hint of red onion for balance. Finishing touches like fresh mint and a homemade honey-balsamic dressing infuse the salad with refreshing and zesty notes. Ideal as a simple summer side or a light appetizer, this no-cook recipe is a crowd-pleaser that effortlessly combines seasonal produce and wholesome ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings, it's as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh cherries
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 0.25 cup red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and pit the cherries, then slice them in half. Add the halved cherries to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Peel and dice the cucumber into bite-sized chunks. Add the cucumber to the bowl with the cherries.
Step 3
Crumble the feta cheese and finely slice the red onion. Add both to the mixing bowl.
Step 4
Chop the fresh mint leaves and sprinkle them on top of the other ingredients in the bowl.
Step 5
In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper.
Step 6
Pour the dressing over the cherry salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Step 7
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or pepper if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately as a fresh, chilled salad or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (722.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 907.9 |
| Total Fat 61.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2310.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 70.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 49.2g | |
| Protein 27.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 835.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1124.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories