Description
Cucumber Feta Salad is the perfect dish for warm weather, offering a refreshing blend of crisp cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and vibrant herbs that is both nutritious and delicious. This salad is ideal for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish alongside your favorite meals. With its quick preparation time and customizable ingredients, you can easily tailor this recipe to suit your taste. Whether you’re serving it at a family gathering or enjoying a quiet lunch, this Cucumber Feta Salad is sure to impress anyone who tries it.
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 the sliced cucumbers, red onion, dill, and parsley. Toss gently.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese on top and fold it in carefully.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg