Cucumber Feta Salad
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5
Cucumber Feta Salad
Description
This salad uses crisp English cucumbers sliced quartered for bite-sized pieces mixed with thinly sliced red onion. The dressing blends olive oil with acidic components including red wine vinegar and fresh lemon juice, enhanced with fresh dill and parsley, salt, and pepper. After tossing cucumbers and onions in the dressing, the salad rests chilled for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and mellow.
Just before serving, crumbled feta cheese is stirred in or sprinkled on top, adding a creamy texture and salty note that contrasts with the refreshing cucumbers. Additional fresh herbs can be used as a garnish for extra flavor and color. The salad is simple but layered with bright acidity and herbaceous elements.
This dish works well as a side salad in warm weather or accompanying grilled meats or seafood. It keeps well refrigerated for a few days, maintaining crispness if stored properly.
Ingredients
- 1 English cucumber or 6 mini cucumbers
- ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon dill or 1 teaspoon dried dill, chopped, fresh
- 1 tablespoon parsley or 1 teaspoon dried parsley, chopped, fresh
- ¼ teaspoon salt more to taste
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- 2 ounces feta cheese crumbled
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, dill, parsley, salt, and pepper.
- Slice the cucumbers ¼-inch thick. If using an English cucumber, cut the slices into quarters.
- Add the cucumbers and sliced onion to the bowl and toss to combine. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
- Stir and sprinkle with feta cheese before serving. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs such as dill and parsley for best flavor.
- Adding minced garlic to the dressing can enhance taste if desired.
- The salad can be made ahead and refrigerated up to four days, allowing flavors to intensify.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 177 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 177 | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 13mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 172mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 711mg | 15% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 625IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 17mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 149mg | 15% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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