Saucy Rossy BBQ
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Cucumber Watermelon Feta Salad

A refreshing BBQ side of crisp cucumber, juicy watermelon, creamy feta, and garden mint dressed with olive oil, balsamic, and local honey.

Time~15 min CategorySnacks & Sides Watch3:04
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Method

  1. 1Chop the cucumber and watermelon into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2Combine the cucumber, watermelon, feta, and fresh mint in a large bowl.
  3. 3Drizzle with Toucan olive oil and balsamic vinaigrette, plus a little Halifax Honey Company honey.
  4. 4Season with a pinch of salt and pepper and toss gently to combine.
  5. 5Serve chilled as a fresh, sweet-savoury BBQ side.

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More information, cause recipe back stories are stupid

No 500-word life story — just the good-to-know stuff on what’s actually in this cook. Here’s the rundown on every real ingredient, health and nutrition wise.

Cheese
Cheese is a good source of protein and calcium and pairs naturally with smoke, but it's also high in saturated fat and sodium — a little delivers big flavour, so treat it as a rich accent.
Honey
Honey is a natural sweetener that adds gloss and flavour; it's still sugar, so it's used sparingly. In raw form it carries trace antioxidants and beneficial compounds.
Salt
Salt is essential for seasoning and, in brines and cures, for texture and safety — but sodium adds up fast in BBQ. Season with intention and balance salty cooks with fresh sides.
Watermelon
Watermelon is hydrating and low in calories, with vitamin C and the antioxidant lycopene. It's a refreshing foil to salty, smoky food.
Cucumber
Cucumber is mostly water, making it a crisp, low-calorie, hydrating side that cools down spicy or rich dishes.

General nutrition info only, not medical or dietary advice — portions, brands and add-ons change the numbers.

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