Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad

Name: Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 2 English cucumber, diced; 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled; 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted, halved; 1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp dried oregano; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Crisp cucumber, ripe tomatoes, and creamy feta tossed in a simple olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing with fresh herbs. A no-cook Mediterranean side that comes together in minutes.

15 minEasyServes 4160 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 English cucumber, diced
2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted, halved
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper, freshly ground

Instructions

1

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper.
2

In a large salad bowl, combine 2 diced English cucumber, 2 cups halved cherry or grape tomatoes, 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion, 1/2 cup pitted, halved kalamata olives, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley.
3

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4

Scatter 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese over the top. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve right away or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for feta in Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad?

The entry for Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad calls for 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled. In its place: Crumbled queso fresco or ricotta salata is milder but behaves the same. For dairy-free, crumble firm tofu and marinate it in lemon juice and salt.

Can I make Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad is 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan salad collection.

How many calories are in Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 160 calories, with 4 g protein, 8 g carbohydrate and 10 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 520 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad keep?

Water seeps out of the cucumber as the salad sits, so keep the dressing apart and toss Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad just before serving. Undressed and refrigerated, the components hold about two days. It does not freeze.

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