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Cucumber feta salad

Cucumber Feta Salad That Brightens Up Any Summer Meal

Cucumber feta salad is a refreshing, nutritious choice perfect for summer picnics and gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers English or Persian for best flavor
  • 1 small Red Onion Substitute with green onions for milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Dill Or use dried dill in smaller amounts
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Can swap with mint or basil
  • 1 cup Crumbled Feta Cheese Try goat cheese or mozzarella as alternatives
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Use high-quality for best flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for the best taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste as feta is salty
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Freshly cracked for bold flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • sharp knife
  • spatula
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash cucumbers under cold water and slice thinly with a sharp knife. Chop red onion, dill, and parsley.
  2. Gently mix the vegetables and herbs in a large bowl.
  3. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the mix and fold gently to combine.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad and fold carefully to coat everything.
  6. Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes to meld flavors before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Opt for fresh ingredients for maximum flavor and avoid overmixing to keep the salad crisp.

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