Description
Cucumber Feta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings together crisp cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and a medley of fresh herbs. This delightful salad is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch at home. With its quick preparation time and the ability to customize ingredients, it’s a nutritious option that will leave you feeling satisfied without the heaviness. Enjoy the burst of flavors as you savor each bite of this Mediterranean-inspired salad.
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 mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, red onion, dill, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and carefully fold it into the salad mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Drizzle dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat evenly. Allow the salad to rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg