Description
Crisp and refreshing, this cucumber salad is the ultimate summer side dish. Bursting with vibrant flavors from fresh cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, it’s perfect for picnics, barbecues, or just a light meal at home. With its zesty dressing and aromatic herbs, this salad not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a pop of color to your table. Ready in minutes, it’s a dish that effortlessly impresses your guests and leaves you feeling cool and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash cucumbers and cherry tomatoes under cold water. Slice cucumbers thinly and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the mixing bowl along with chopped dill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until well-coated.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on top and give it one last gentle mix before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider including nuts or seeds. Swap cucumbers with zucchini for a different twist. Letting the salad rest enhances flavor absorption.