Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad

This refreshing summer salad is perfect for anyone who wants something light, fresh, and totally delicious! Your family will love how crisp and flavorful it is, plus it takes just 10 minutes to make. You’ll have a beautiful, healthy side dish that goes with everything!

Recipe Details

Timing & Servings: Prep Time: 10 minutes, Total Time: 10 minutes, Serves: 4 people, Yield: 3 cups.

Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb, Nut-Free, Soy-Free, Vegetarian, Egg-Free, Gluten-Free, Low-Calorie.

Nutrition Facts (per serving): 153 Calories, 13g Fat, 6g Carbs, 3g Protein.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Red-wine vinegar: You’ll need 1½ tablespoons for that perfect tangy kick. This gives the salad its bright, zesty flavor that makes everything pop!

Fresh oregano: Get 1 teaspoon chopped, plus some small leaves for garnish. Fresh oregano adds such a lovely Mediterranean taste that pairs perfectly with the feta.

Dijon mustard: Just ½ teaspoon helps bring the dressing together. It adds a subtle depth and helps everything blend beautifully.

Salt: You’ll need ¼ teaspoon to enhance all those fresh flavors. Don’t skip this – it really makes the vegetables shine!

Extra-virgin olive oil: Use 3 tablespoons for a rich, smooth dressing. Good quality olive oil makes such a difference in this simple salad.

Campari tomatoes: Get 8 ounces and cut them into wedges – that’s about 2 cups. These sweet, juicy tomatoes are perfect, but any ripe tomato works great!

Persian cucumbers: You’ll need 4 medium ones, sliced thin. These little cucumbers are so crisp and have hardly any seeds, making them perfect for salads.

Feta cheese: Use 1½ ounces crumbled up. The creamy, salty feta adds the perfect finishing touch to this fresh salad!

How to Make Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad

Step 1: Grab a medium bowl and whisk together the vinegar, chopped oregano, mustard, and salt. Mix it up really well so everything combines nicely.

Step 2: Now slowly drizzle in that olive oil while whisking constantly. This creates a smooth, creamy dressing that won’t separate on you!

Step 3: Add your tomato wedges, sliced cucumbers, and crumbled feta to the bowl. Toss everything gently to coat with that delicious dressing.

Step 4: Garnish with those pretty oregano leaves if you want. Serve this beauty right away while everything is fresh and crisp!

Easy and Quick Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad Version

Want to make this even faster? You can use store-bought Greek dressing instead of making your own! Just use about ¼ cup of good quality Greek vinaigrette and toss with your vegetables and feta. It’ll still taste amazing and saves you a few minutes!

Serving Ideas

This salad is perfect alongside grilled chicken, pork, or fish for a complete meal. It also makes a wonderful addition to any vegetarian spread or picnic table. Try serving it with warm pita bread and hummus for a Mediterranean feast!

Storage

This salad is best served right away, but you can make the dressing ahead of time. Store the dressing in the fridge for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Just add the vegetables and feta right before serving to keep everything crisp and fresh.

Substitutions

Can’t find Campari tomatoes? No worries! Any ripe, sweet tomatoes work great – cherry tomatoes, regular tomatoes, or whatever looks best at your market. If you can’t find Persian cucumbers, English cucumbers or regular cucumbers work just fine. You can swap the feta for goat cheese or even fresh mozzarella if that’s what you have on hand!

Pro Tips

• Keep it cold: Chill your serving bowl in the fridge for 10 minutes before assembling – it keeps the salad extra refreshing!
• Salt the cucumbers: If you have time, lightly salt your cucumber slices and let them sit for 5 minutes, then pat dry. This removes excess water and keeps your salad from getting watery.
• Quality ingredients: Since this salad is so simple, use the best tomatoes and olive oil you can find – it really makes a difference!
• Serve immediately: This salad is at its absolute best when served right after making it, while everything is crisp and fresh.

FAQs

Can I make this salad ahead of time?

You bet! While the salad is best served fresh, you can definitely make the dressing up to 3 days ahead and store it in the fridge. Just add the vegetables and feta right before serving to keep everything crisp and prevent the salad from getting soggy.

What if I don’t like feta cheese?

Sure! You can easily swap the feta for other cheeses like goat cheese, fresh mozzarella, or even skip the cheese altogether. The salad will still be delicious with just the fresh vegetables and that tasty dressing.

Can I add other vegetables to this salad?

Absolutely! This salad is super flexible. Try adding red onion slices, bell peppers, or even some olives for extra Mediterranean flavor. Just keep the proportions similar so the dressing coats everything nicely.

How long will this salad keep in the fridge?

This salad is really best eaten fresh, but it will keep for about 1 day in the fridge. After that, the vegetables start to release water and the salad gets a bit soggy. For best results, eat it the same day you make it!

I hope you love this fresh, simple salad as much as I do! Let me know how it turns out for you and if you try any fun variations. There’s nothing quite like the taste of summer in a bowl!