Description
This Greek Cucumber Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh ingredients that creates a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for warm days, it’s quick and easy to whip up, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
- English cucumbers
- Ripe tomatoes
- Red onion
- Feta cheese
- Kalamata olives
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Dried oregano
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Start by washing your cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. For the cucumbers, slice them in half lengthwise, then cut them into half-moons or cubes, depending on your preference. Chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Peel and thinly slice the red onion. If you're using green onions, slice them into rounds.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion (or green onions), and olives. Toss gently to mix the ingredients without bruising the vegetables.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad. If you prefer a creamier texture, you can gently fold it in.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste. Adjust the seasonings as needed, and make sure it's well mixed.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: For an extra refreshing salad, chill your cucumbers and tomatoes in the fridge before mixing. Feel free to add other ingredients like bell peppers, radishes, or even avocados for added flavor and texture. Don't be afraid to adjust the amount of lemon juice and olive oil based on your preference.