Chilled Cucumber Feta Salad Perfect for Vegetarian Lunch
A refreshing cucumber salad with tangy feta and zesty lemon Greek vinaigrette, perfect for summer or as a side dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
2 large English cucumbers, sliced into thin rounds
1 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Optional: 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
Optional: 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
Instructions
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Slice cucumbers thinly and soak onions if desired for milder flavor.
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Chop parsley and dill and place all vegetables in a large bowl.
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Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, mustard, garlic, and oregano for vinaigrette.
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Crumble feta into the salad and toss gently.
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Pour vinaigrette over the salad and combine until evenly coated.
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Add optional ingredients if using, toss, and garnish with extra herbs.
Notes
Serve immediately or refrigerate briefly to allow flavors to meld. Avoid dressing too far in advance to prevent cucumbers from becoming watery.