Easy Egyptian Feta Salad
Bright, refreshing, and full of Mediterranean flair, this Easy Egyptian Feta Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Featuring crispy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet red onion, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, this 15-minute recipe is elevated with the bold flavors of ground cumin, fresh parsley, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Optional kalamata olives add a briny touch for an extra layer of flavor. Perfect as a light side dish or a stand-alone snack, this no-cook salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Packed with authentic Egyptian-inspired flavors, it's an effortless way to add a burst of nourishment to your table.
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Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 2 medium tomato
- 1 small red onion
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 10 whole kalamata olives (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley.
Step 2
Cut the cucumber into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 3
Dice the tomatoes into similar-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.
Step 4
Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add it to the vegetables.
Step 5
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and add it to the salad.
Step 6
Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad.
Step 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 8
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
Step 9
If using kalamata olives, pit them and add them as a garnish on top.
Step 10
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1005.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 923.3 |
| Total Fat 67.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 24.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
| Cholesterol 133.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5679.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 58.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 32.4g | |
| Protein 28.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 24IU | 0% |
| Calcium 904.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1399.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories