Description
How to make a vibrant Mediterranean Salad with crisp cucumber, juicy tomatoes, olives, and feta that’s ready in just 15 minutes and perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- The Salad Foundation:
- 1 large English cucumber, diced
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- Freshness & Flavor Boosters:
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- The Zesty Dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Essential Seasonings:
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Prep Salad Base: Dice your English cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Chop fresh parsley and mint, then dice the green bell pepper. Uniform cuts ensure every bite of this Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber is perfect.
- Whisk Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and dried oregano. Add sea salt and black pepper to taste. Whisk until the dressing is well emulsified and slightly thickened.
- Combine Ingredients: Gently combine the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onion, diced bell pepper, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese in a large mixing bowl. Ensure all ingredients are evenly distributed for the Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber.
- Dress Salad: Pour the freshly whisked zesty dressing over the combined salad ingredients in the large bowl. Add the chopped fresh parsley and mint now for maximum freshness. This brings all the vibrant flavors together.
- Gently Toss: Using large salad tongs or two spoons, gently toss all the ingredients until everything is thoroughly coated with the delicious dressing. Be careful not to mash the feta. The vibrant colors will really pop!
- Serve Fresh: Taste your Mediterranean Salad with Cucumber and adjust salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main meal. It’s best enjoyed fresh to savor the crisp textures.
Notes
Gently toss the salad to prevent bruising ingredients and mashing the feta cheese, ensuring a vibrant texture.
Store leftover Mediterranean Cucumber Salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 days to maintain freshness.
Feel free to substitute bell pepper colors or use Roma tomatoes instead of cherry; stick to fresh herbs.
Serve the salad immediately after dressing to enjoy its peak crispness and vibrant fresh flavors.
Prep vegetables and dressing separately, storing refrigerated for 1-2 days; assemble and dress just before serving.
**Allergy Information:** Dairy