Cucumber Feta Salad: Refreshing Twist for Your Summer Meals

This Cucumber Feta Salad is a refreshing and nutritious side dish perfect for summer gatherings.

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Prep Time 15

Resting Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

2-3 medium Cucumbers Preferably English for better crunch.
0.5 medium Red Onion Can substitute with green onions.
1 bunch Fresh Dill Can substitute with fresh mint.
1 bunch Fresh Parsley Any herb like basil can be used.
1 cup Feta Cheese Substitute with goat cheese or mozzarella.

For the Dressing

3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can use avocado oil if necessary.
1 whole Lemon Juice Can substitute with lime juice.
to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste.

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk
Spatula

Method

Preparation Steps

Thinly slice the cucumbers and place in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion, dill, and parsley, then add to the cucumbers.
Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetable mixture and fold gently.
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Serve the salad cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is customizable; consider adding cherry tomatoes or olives for variation.

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