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Fresh Mediterranean Cucumber Tomato Salad with Kalamata Olives

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A crisp, tangy, and flavorful Mediterranean salad featuring cucumbers, tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and a lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for a light, refreshing side or a quick meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
  • 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
  • A few fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash the cucumber and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice the cucumber thinly (about 1/8 inch thick). Halve the cherry tomatoes. Peel and thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, gently toss together the sliced cucumber, halved tomatoes, Kalamata olives, and red onion. Add chopped fresh parsley if using.
  3. In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano (if using), salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. If adding feta cheese or mint, sprinkle on top and toss lightly to combine.
  5. Optional: Let the salad rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld without losing cucumber crunch.

Notes

If cucumbers are watery, sprinkle with salt and drain for 10 minutes before adding to salad. Use good quality extra virgin olive oil for best flavor. Letting the salad rest before serving enhances flavor melding. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours; toss with fresh lemon juice and olive oil before serving again to refresh.

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Keywords: Mediterranean salad, cucumber tomato salad, Kalamata olives, fresh salad, easy salad recipe, healthy side dish

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