Cucumber Dill Salad with Feta Cheese
Refreshingly light and irresistibly flavorful, this Cucumber Dill Salad with Feta Cheese is the perfect side dish for any meal or occasion. Featuring crisp slices of English cucumber, fragrant fresh dill, sharp red onion, and creamy crumbles of feta cheese tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this salad is a delightful combination of textures and Mediterranean flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an ideal choice for quick lunches, barbecue spreads, or elegant dinner parties. Serve it chilled for a cooling burst of freshness, and watch as it becomes an instant favorite. Perfectly suited for anyone seeking a low-carb, gluten-free, and vegetarian option, this recipe brings brightness and simplicity to your table.
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Ingredients
- 2 whole English cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 1 cup Feta cheese
- 0.5 whole Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and peel the cucumbers if desired. Slice them thinly into rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference.
Step 2
Finely chop the fresh dill and set aside.
Step 3
Cut the red onion into thin slices and separate the layers.
Step 4
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks if it is not already pre-crumbled.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 6
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumber slices, red onion, dill, and feta cheese.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 8
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with extra dill or feta if desired.
Step 9
Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (904.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 904.8 |
| Total Fat 74.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 26.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2908.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 37.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 13.9g | |
| Protein 26.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 864.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1148.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories