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Cucumber feta salad

Zesty Cucumber Feta Salad for a Refreshing Summer Bite

Enjoy this Cucumber Feta Salad, a fresh dish perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 170

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 large Cucumbers or English cucumbers for a sweeter taste
  • 1 medium Red Onion or green onions for a milder flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill or switch with fresh mint for variation
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley or arugula for a peppery taste
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese or goat cheese for a richer flavor
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil high-quality for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • knife
  • whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Wash cucumbers and red onion under cool water, then thinly slice them.
  2. Finely chop the fresh dill and parsley, and toss them with the cucumber and red onion.
  3. Fold in the crumbled feta cheese gently.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  6. Let the salad marinate for 10-15 minutes at room temperature.
  7. Serve on a platter or in bowls, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 170kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 11mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Choose fresh, firm cucumbers for the best flavor. Allowing the salad to marinate enhances the taste.

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