Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad: A Refreshing and Nutritious Delight
A refreshing and nutritious Mediterranean classic, perfect as a light meal or a flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 Persian or English cucumbers sliced
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives pitted and halved
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh mint optional, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
Instructions
Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash and dry the cucumbers and tomatoes.
- Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or quarters.
- Cut the cherry tomatoes in halves.
- Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh herbs.
Assemble the Salad:
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, olives, and herbs.
- Add crumbled feta cheese on top.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and dried oregano.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Combine & Serve:
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
- 💡 Pro Tip: For enhanced taste, let the salad sit in the fridge for 10-15 minutes before serving.