Fresh Mediterranean Cucumber Salad
This bright and crunchy salad features a zingy lemon garlic dressing and plenty of fresh herbs.
recipesbynani.comI absolutely love a good cucumber salad, and this one has quickly become my go to. It is filled with lovely Mediterranean flavors like fresh dill and mint, which makes it feel so light and refreshing whenever you need a quick side dish.
My favorite trick for this recipe is letting the dressing sit for a few minutes while I chop the vegetables. It helps the garlic mellow out and melds all those zesty flavors together perfectly. It is just the thing to brighten up any meal.
🧺 Ingredients
- 4 Lebanese cucumbers, sliced into rounds
- 1/4 cup Greek feta, crumbled
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, crushed or grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Combine the olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, salt, and pepper in a small jar. Shake well until the dressing looks creamy and combined.
- 2
Set the dressing aside for a few minutes to let the garlic flavor settle into the oil.
- 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, most of the feta, the fresh dill, and the mint.
- 4
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
- 5
Transfer the salad to a serving bowl and top with the remaining crumbled feta before serving.
💡 Tips
This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but you can keep leftovers in the fridge for a day. It pairs perfectly with pan seared fish, grilled chicken, or simple pork chops.
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