Feta Cucumber Herb Salad (Printer-Friendly)

Crisp cucumbers, creamy feta, and fragrant herbs tossed in a bright lemon dressing.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Dairy

04 - 5.3 oz feta cheese, crumbled

→ Fresh Herbs

05 - 1/4 cup fresh dill, finely chopped
06 - 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
07 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

08 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
09 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
10 - 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
11 - 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
12 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the thinly sliced cucumbers, red onion, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large salad bowl.
02 - Scatter the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh dill, mint, and parsley over the vegetables.
03 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
04 - Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently using salad tongs, keeping the feta in small chunks rather than breaking it down completely.
05 - Taste the salad and adjust the salt and pepper as needed. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The contrast between crunchy vegetables and creamy feta keeps every bite interesting without needing complicated techniques.
  • It is the rare salad that actually tastes better when made ahead, making it a stress free option for gatherings.
02 -
  • Tossing too aggressively turns the feta into a coating instead of distinct crumbles, so use a folding motion with a light hand.
  • Letting the dressed salad sit for fifteen minutes before eating allows the vegetables to release a little juice, which actually improves the flavor.
03 -
  • Slice the cucumbers with a mandoline for paper thin rounds that absorb the dressing more effectively than uneven knife cuts.
  • Warming the mixing bowl slightly with hot water and drying it before assembling helps the dressing coat the vegetables more evenly.

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