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Cucumber feta salad

Cucumber Feta Salad That Brightens Your Summer Days

Cucumber feta salad is a refreshing dish that brings vibrant flavors to summer dining.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium cucumbers opt for English or Persian for fewer seeds
  • 1 medium red onion or substitute with green onions for less intensity
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill or swap with mint for a different herbal note
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley cilantro can work well as a substitute
  • 1 cup feta cheese use plant-based feta for a vegan option
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil a quality oil enhances the overall taste
  • 1 medium lemon juice or use lime juice for a different flavor
  • to taste salt essential for balancing flavors
  • to taste black pepper freshly ground is preferred

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash cucumbers thoroughly and slice them into rounds. Peel and slice the red onion into thin rings, then place both in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Chop fresh dill and parsley finely, adding them to the bowl with cucumbers and onion.
  3. Crumble feta cheese over the mixture and gently fold to combine, ensuring an even distribution.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  5. Drizzle dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  6. Allow the salad to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is easy to customize with ingredients like cherry tomatoes or olives, but keep a balance to maintain the fresh cucumber and feta flavors.

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