Cucumber Feta Salad
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Cucumber Feta Salad
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This Cucumber Feta Salad is light, crisp, and perfect for summer. It’s made with fresh herbs, sliced cucumbers, green onions, and creamy feta, all tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar dressing. I love serving a big bowl at backyard barbecues or as a quick after-school snack for the kids.
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Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 6 ounces feta cheese plus more for topping
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onion
- fresh ground black pepper
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Instructions
- Wash, dry, and thinly slice the cucumbers into half circles.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers with the rest of the ingredients. Gently toss to combine.
- Eat immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes for the flavors to set.
- Garnish with more crumbled feta and herbs on top before serving.
Notes
- The best tip for making this Cucumber Feta Salad recipe is to let it chill before serving. Trust me, even just 15 to 30 minutes in the fridge makes a huge difference, the cucumbers absorb the tangy dressing, the herbs mellow into the mix, and the whole salad tastes more balanced. I always make it ahead so it’s cool, crisp, and ready when we are.
- I chop my fresh dill and herbs right before mixing so they stay extra fragrant.
- Feta adds plenty of salt, so I always taste the salad first before adding more salt or pepper. Most of the time, it barely needs any.
- I sometimes use honey or agave instead of maple syrup. Simple syrup works too if that’s what I have on hand.
- If I’m out of red wine vinegar, I’ll grab balsamic, apple cider, or even rice vinegar. They all work and bring their own little twist.
- If I know we’ve got a busy evening, I’ll make this salad a few hours early. Just give it a quick toss before serving.
- I like using English cucumbers because they’re crisp, have thinner skin, and hardly any seeds. They don’t need peeling, which saves time too.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
205kcal
(10%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Cholesterol
38mg
(13%)
Sodium
780mg
(33%)
Potassium
265mg
(8%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
369IU
(7%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
241mg
(24%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 205 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 205kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 38mg | 13% |
| Sodium | 780mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 265mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 369IU | 7% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 241mg | 24% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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39 reviews
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