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Cucumber feta salad

Cucumber Feta Salad: A Light & Zesty Summer Delight

Cucumber Feta Salad is a refreshing celebration of warm days and gatherings, perfect for summer.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium English Cucumbers sliced thinly
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill chopped
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • small mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by selecting fresh cucumbers, ideally English cucumbers for less seediness. Slice them thinly, about 1/4-inch thick, and place them in a large mixing bowl. Next, chop some red onion into thin rounds for a sharp flavor and vibrant color. Finally, finely chop an aromatic mix of fresh dill and parsley.
  2. Once your vegetables are prepared, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese generously over the cucumber mixture. Using a gentle hand, fold the feta into the vegetables carefully to avoid breaking it too much.
  3. In a small mixing bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil with freshly squeezed lemon juice. Whisk these ingredients together vigorously for about 30 seconds, or until they are well emulsified. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Drizzle the prepared dressing over the layered cucumber and feta mixture in the large bowl. Using a large spoon, gently toss all the ingredients together for about 30 seconds.
  5. To allow the flavors to deepen, let the cucumber feta salad sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve chilled or at room temperature for the best taste. You can prepare the ingredients in advance but wait to combine them with the dressing until just before serving to maintain crispness.

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