Feta Cucumber Herb Salad (Print Version)
Crisp cucumber and creamy feta tossed with fresh herbs in a bright lemon dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large cucumbers, sliced into half-moons
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
→ Dairy
04 - 5 oz feta cheese, crumbled
→ Fresh Herbs
05 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
07 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
→ Dressing
08 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 tsp red wine vinegar
11 - 1 garlic clove, minced
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Slice the cucumbers into half-moons, thinly cut the red onion, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Combine all vegetables in a large salad bowl.
02 - Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables. Add the chopped dill, mint, and parsley to the bowl.
03 - In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring even coating throughout.
05 - Serve immediately at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- There is zero cooking involved, which makes this the most honest summer recipe in my rotation.
- The combination of creamy feta and sharp lemon dressing hits a balance that keeps people coming back for seconds without fail.
02 -
- Dress the salad close to serving time because cucumbers release water fast and you will end up with a puddle at the bottom of the bowl instead of a vibrant salad.
- I once used dried dill in a panic and the entire salad tasted flat and dusty, so please use fresh herbs only.
03 -
- Chill your cucumbers for at least an hour before making this salad because cold cucumbers have a crisper snap and a cleaner flavor.
- Crushing the garlic into a paste with the flat side of your knife and a pinch of salt helps it dissolve into the dressing instead of clumping in raw chunks.