Mediterranean Cucumber Salad: A Fresh and Flavorful Dish
A refreshing and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired salad, perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 English or Persian cucumbers thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- ½ cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint chopped
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and dry the cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or cubes.
- Cut cherry tomatoes in halves.
- Thinly slice the red onion.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and olives.
- Add chopped parsley, dill, and mint for freshness.
Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Combine & Serve:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Pro Tip: For maximum crunch, refrigerate the cucumbers before slicing and dress the salad just before serving.