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Easy Fresh Greek Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad Recipe for Perfect Summer Meals

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A simple, refreshing Greek salad combining crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tangy feta cheese with a bright lemon-oregano dressing. Perfect for quick summer meals and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers (English or Persian preferred)
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes (vine-ripened or heirloom)
  • 4 ounces (about 115 grams) crumbled Greek feta cheese
  • 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into thin half-moons about 1/4 inch (6 mm) thick. Cut tomatoes into bite-sized wedges or chunks. Thinly slice the red onion. (About 10 minutes)
  2. Place cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion into a large mixing bowl. Add Kalamata olives if using. Toss gently to combine without making the veggies mushy.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste. (About 3 minutes)
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and stir gently to coat evenly. Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Just before serving, crumble feta cheese over the top and sprinkle with chopped parsley or dill. Toss gently to distribute without breaking up the feta too much.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed. Serve immediately or chill for up to one hour.

Notes

Letting the salad rest for 10 minutes after dressing helps flavors meld without wilting the vegetables. Slice cucumbers thinly to keep crunch and avoid sogginess. Drain excess liquid if salad becomes watery before adding feta. Use quality Greek feta for best flavor and texture. For vegan version, omit feta or substitute with marinated tofu or plant-based cheese.

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Keywords: Greek salad, cucumber salad, tomato salad, feta cheese, summer salad, easy salad, fresh salad, healthy salad

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