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Fresh Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad

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A quick, easy, and refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, perfect for summer meals or light lunches.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium Persian or English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 ½ cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or oregano
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice cucumbers thinly (about ¼ inch thick). Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion if using. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Finely chop fresh parsley or oregano and add to the bowl with the vegetables.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic. Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and herbs. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat everything evenly without bruising the tomatoes or cucumbers.
  5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top without tossing again to keep the chunks intact.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
  7. Serve immediately for fresh crunch or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to let flavors meld while keeping veggies crisp.

Notes

If cucumbers feel watery, sprinkle a pinch of salt on them and let rest for 5 minutes, then drain excess liquid to prevent sogginess. Use quality feta for best flavor. Dressing can be made ahead and stored separately to keep salad fresh. For vegan option, substitute feta with crumbled tofu or vegan cheese.

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Keywords: Mediterranean salad, cucumber salad, tomato salad, feta cheese, summer salad, healthy salad, easy salad recipe

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