Watermelon and cucumber salad
4 servings
30 minutes
Watermelon-cucumber salad is a refreshing combination of juicy watermelon and crunchy cucumbers, united by a sweet-sour marinade based on rice vinegar. The dish has European roots but its flavor palette resembles light summer snacks from Eastern cuisines. Cilantro adds a fresh aroma, while roasted peanuts provide a pleasant crunch. This salad is perfect for hot days when you crave something light and refreshing. It pairs well with fish and poultry dishes and can also serve as a standalone snack. Its simplicity makes it accessible even for novice cooks, while the unique combination of ingredients offers true gastronomic delight.
1
In a bowl, mix vinegar and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Rice vinegar: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 2.5 teaspoons
2
Add diced watermelon flesh and cucumbers. Sprinkle with cilantro and gently mix.
- Watermelon pulp: 2 glasss
- Cucumbers: 2 pieces
- Chopped cilantro (coriander): 0.5 glass
3
Sprinkle with nuts before serving.
- Crushed roasted peanuts: 0.3 glass