Description
Cucumber Feta Salad is the ultimate summer dish that brings together the crispness of fresh cucumbers and the creaminess of feta cheese, all enhanced by a burst of vibrant herbs. This salad is not only light and refreshing but also packed with nutrients, making it perfect for hot days, picnics, or as a delightful side dish at barbecues.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, red onion, dill, and parsley; toss gently.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the mixture and carefully fold it in.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a separate bowl until combined.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad; toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Let rest for 10-15 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 20mg