Description
Cucumber Feta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that embodies the flavors of summer. This easy-to-make salad features crisp cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and an array of fresh herbs, making it a perfect side for barbecues, picnics, or light lunches. With its delightful combination of textures and flavors, this Cucumber Feta Salad is not only nutritious but also incredibly versatile—customizable to suit your preferences. Whether enjoyed on its own or paired with grilled meats and Mediterranean dishes, this salad will surely impress your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, red onion, dill, and parsley. Toss gently.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the vegetable mixture and carefully fold it in.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg