This crisp and creamy salad is perfect for hot days. It’s hydrating, healthy, and full of bright flavor from lime and cilantro.

Ingredients

• 2 large cucumbers, sliced thin
• 1 ripe avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• Juice of 1 lime
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and diced avocado.
2. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped cilantro.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
5. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes before serving for an extra refreshing taste.

Cool Fact

Ever wonder where the saying “cool as a cucumber” came from? Cucumbers are literally cool to the touch, especially compared to the surrounding air on a warm day. The inside of a cucumber can be up to 20 degrees cooler than the outside temperature due to its high water content—about 96% water. This natural characteristic gave rise to the saying!

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