Begin by rinsing and drying both the strawberries and cucumbers thoroughly. Hull the strawberries by removing the green stems, then slice them into quarters for ideal texture and sweetness.

Next, take your cucumber, thinly slice it into rounds to achieve that refreshing crunch. Aim for even-sized pieces for a beautiful presentation.

In a small mixing bowl, combine lemon juice or balsamic vinegar with honey or maple syrup depending on your sweetness preference. Drizzle in olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Whisk together for about 1 minute until emulsified.

In a large bowl, gently toss in the prepared cucumber slices, strawberry quarters, and fresh herbs. If including feta cheese, crumble it in at this stage.

Drizzle about half of your freshly made dressing over the cucumber and strawberry mixture. Lightly toss to combine without crushing the strawberries.

Transfer the salad into a serving dish and sprinkle toasted nuts or seeds over the top. Drizzle with remaining dressing right before serving.