Description

Cucumber feta salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that embodies the essence of summer. With crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and a burst of cherry tomatoes, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light meal. Tossed in a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing, every bite offers a delightful contrast of flavors and textures that will have everyone coming back for seconds.

Ingredients

Scale

2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped

Instructions

Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes under cool water. Slice cucumbers into half-moons and halve the cherry tomatoes.
In a large bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently to mix.
Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and chopped herbs over the vegetable mix.
Drizzle olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice over the salad. Toss carefully to coat all ingredients.
Chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Serve chilled as a side dish or light meal.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No Cooking
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 180
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 700mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: For extra crunch, opt for Persian cucumbers. Customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or radishes for more color and flavor. This salad can be prepared ahead of time; just add cucumbers right before serving to maintain their crunch.