This Mediterranean Cucumber Salad bursts with fresh, vibrant flavors and textures, transporting your taste buds straight to the sunny Mediterranean coast. Crisp cucumbers and juicy tomatoes mingle with briny olives and salty feta cheese, while red onion adds a touch of sharpness. A simple lemon-herb vinaigrette ties everything together with a bright and refreshing finish. This salad is perfect as a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a healthy and satisfying snack.
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Instructions:
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Prepare the vegetables: Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes or dice larger tomatoes into similar-sized pieces.
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Add the briny bite: Drain the Kalamata olives and slice them in half, or leave them whole if you prefer.
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Crumble the feta: Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces using your fingers or a fork.
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Create the zesty dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
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Combine and chill: In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, red onion slices, and crumbled feta cheese. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
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Rest and serve: For optimal flavor, cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This allows the flavors to meld and the vegetables to soak up the delicious dressing.
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Ingredients:
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2 medium cucumbers, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or diced
1/4 cup Kalamata olives, halved or whole
1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
For the dressing:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
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Recipe Note: This recipe is easily customizable to your liking. Feel free to add other fresh herbs like chopped parsley, mint, or dill. For a more substantial salad, add a can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained. You can also incorporate other Mediterranean staples like chopped artichoke hearts, roasted red peppers, or a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for added texture and flavor.
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