Description
A refreshing and flavorful Cucumber Feta Salad that’s perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side dish. Crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty dressing come together for a delightful Mediterranean-inspired dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumbers:
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
Red Onion:
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
Feta Cheese:
- 3/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Cucumbers and Onion: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and red onion.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Toss with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Add Feta and Dill: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and fresh dill, if using.
- Chill and Serve: Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
- For extra crunch, add chopped cherry tomatoes or sliced radishes.
- You can substitute white wine vinegar or lemon juice for the red wine vinegar if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 17mg
