Mediterranean Cucumber Salad (Printable)
A refreshing mix of crisp cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, olives, and feta with a zesty lemon-herb dressing.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, sliced
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
05 - 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
→ Dairy
06 - 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
→ Fresh Herbs
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
08 - 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
→ Dressing
09 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
10 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - 1 tsp dried oregano
13 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To:
01 - In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and red bell pepper.
02 - Add the crumbled feta cheese and fresh herbs to the bowl.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately, or chill for 10–15 minutes to let the flavors meld.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It comes together in literally 15 minutes, no cooking required, just chopping and tossing
- The flavors actually get better after sitting for a bit, making it perfect for meal prep or picnics
02 -
- English cucumbers have thinner skins and fewer seeds, making them perfect for this salad without any peeling needed
- Letting the salad sit for even 15 minutes before serving transforms it from good to absolutely incredible
03 -
- Give your sliced red onion a quick ice water bath if you find raw onion too sharp, just 10 minutes makes a huge difference
- Let the dressed salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving, the flavors need that moment to get acquainted