Description
A refreshing and crunchy salad perfect for hot days, combining cucumbers, feta cheese, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large Cucumbers (Preferably English or Persian cucumbers for crunchiness.)
- 1 cup Feta cheese (Crumble a block of feta for best flavor.)
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes (Optional, for color.)
- 1/4 medium Red onion (Use a little, as it is strong in flavor.)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill or parsley (Use fresh herbs for best aroma.)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil (For dressing.)
- 2-3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice (Adjust to taste.)
- 1 clove Garlic (Small clove, grated or use a pinch of garlic powder.)
- 1/2 teaspoon Dried oregano (For extra flavor.)
- to taste Salt and black pepper (Adjust to taste.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Slice cucumbers into half moons.
- Place cucumbers in a big bowl and add halved cherry tomatoes and thin slices of red onion.
- Crumble feta cheese over the top.
- Add chopped fresh dill or parsley.
- Pour lemon vinaigrette over the salad, toss gently, and taste for seasoning.
- Let the salad rest in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
Lemon Vinaigrette
- In a small bowl or jar, mix together lemon juice, olive oil, grated garlic, dried oregano, salt and black pepper. Shake or whisk until creamy.
Notes
For best texture, avoid mixing too vigorously to keep feta chunks intact. Store the salad in the fridge and drain any excess liquid before serving leftovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Salad
- Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean