Feta Cucumber Herb Salad (Printable)
Crisp cucumber, creamy feta, and fresh herbs in a zesty lemon dressing. A refreshing Mediterranean side ready in minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
→ Dairy
04 - 5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
→ Fresh Herbs
05 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
07 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp red wine vinegar
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Directions:
01 - Slice the cucumbers into half-moons, thinly cut the red onion, and halve the cherry tomatoes if using. Combine all vegetables in a large salad bowl.
02 - Scatter the crumbled feta cheese over the vegetables. Add the chopped dill, mint, and parsley to the bowl.
03 - In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to let the flavors meld together.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in fifteen minutes flat with zero cooking and zero stress.
- The combination of creamy feta, crisp cucumber, and bright herbs hits every note you want on a warm day.
02 -
- Salt the cucumber slices lightly and let them sit in a colander for five minutes if your cucumbers are extra watery.
- Block feta makes a massive difference in texture compared to the pre crumbled tubs.
03 -
- A pinch of sumac sprinkled on top right before serving adds a tangy depth that will make people ask what your secret is.
- Lemon zest in the dressing doubles the citrus fragrance without adding extra liquid.