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Cucumber feta salad

Cucumber Feta Salad: Refreshing Bliss for Every Meal

A refreshing cucumber feta salad that's nutritious and perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Cucumbers Sliced, use English or Kirby
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion Sliced, can soak in cold water
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Chopped, can substitute with fresh mint
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, can substitute with cilantro
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, can use goat cheese instead
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil High-quality for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Thinly slice cucumbers and red onion; soak onion in cold water for 10 minutes.
  2. Chop fresh dill and parsley, and add to cucumber and onion; toss gently.
  3. Crumble feta cheese over the mixture and fold gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat.
  6. Let salad sit for 10-15 minutes to marry flavors.
  7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow salad to rest before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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