Description

A bright, crisp, and refreshing 5-ingredient summer side dish that balances heavy barbecue flavors with the acidity of red wine vinegar and the saltiness of feta cheese.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large English (Hothouse) cucumbers, sliced into half-moons (about 600g)
1.5 pounds Vine tomatoes, cut into wedges or chunks (about 700g)
6 ounces block Feta cheese, crumbled (170g)
1 small Red onion, thinly sliced (about 50g)
1/3 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (80ml)
3 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar (45ml)
1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
1 teaspoon Honey
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
2 tablespoons Fresh Mint or Parsley, chopped (optional)
1/2 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted (optional)

Instructions

Wash cucumbers and tomatoes. Slice cucumbers into 1/4-inch half-moons and tomatoes into similar-sized wedges. Thinly slice the red onion. Place all vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
In a small jar or bowl, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk vigorously until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat evenly. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Crumble the feta cheese over the top and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Give the salad one final gentle toss just before serving to distribute the cheese and herbs.
Taste and adjust salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately on a platter.

Notes

Do not peel the cucumbers as the skin adds crunch. If using standard cucumbers, peel halfway. Pat tomatoes dry before slicing to prevent watery dressing. Use block feta rather than pre-crumbled for better texture. Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, but do not freeze.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 180
Sugar: 6
Sodium: 320
Fat: 14
Saturated Fat: 4
Carbohydrates: 10
Fiber: 2
Protein: 6

Keywords: Labor Day, cucumber salad, tomato salad, feta salad, summer side dish, no-cook recipe, healthy salad, party food, Greek salad