Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad

Bright, refreshing, and bursting with classic flavors, this Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad is a vibrant combination of crisp English cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives. Enhanced with fragrant parsley, thinly sliced red onion, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it the ultimate quick and healthy side dish. Perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a versatile companion to grilled proteins, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is both visually stunning and packed with wholesome ingredients. Variations in texture and bold flavors ensure it will be a crowd-pleaser, whether served fresh or chilled. Ideal for anyone seeking an easy and flavorful recipe to highlight the essence of Mediterranean cuisine!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large English cucumber
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup feta cheese
• 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley.

Step 2

Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise, then cut it into thin half-moon slices.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes, or quarter them if they are larger.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moon shapes.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh parsley.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumber slices, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and parsley.

Step 7

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are coated evenly.

Step 9

Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.

Step 10

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(944.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	999.7

Total Fat 89.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.4g
Cholesterol 66.8mg	0%
Sodium 3496.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 42.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.5g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 617.6mg	0%
Iron 7.3mg	0%
Potassium 1459.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 77.1%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 16.5%