Description
Tomato Cucumber Feta Salad is a refreshing medley of vibrant vegetables and creamy feta, ideal for summer gatherings or light lunches. Enjoy this quick, delicious dish bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 cup cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or mint, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumbers into half-moons.
- 2. Thinly slice the red onion; if needed, soak in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow its flavor.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, and crumbled feta cheese.
- 4. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper, then toss gently without mashing.
- 5. Add fresh herbs like parsley or mint and mix lightly.
- 6. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Notes
- Substitute goat cheese for feta for a different flavor profile.
- Add olives or bell peppers for extra taste and variety.
- Let the salad rest for about 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg