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Fresh Greek Cucumber Tomato Salad

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A quick, easy, and refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta, and fresh herbs, perfect as a light meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, sliced or chopped
  • 3–4 ripe medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/4 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh oregano
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint (optional)
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cucumbers and tomatoes under cold water. Slice the cucumbers into rounds about 1/4-inch thick or chop into bite-sized chunks. Chop the tomatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Thinly slice the red onion.
  2. To avoid a watery salad, gently press the chopped veggies in a colander or line a bowl with paper towels and spread the pieces out to absorb extra liquid. Let them sit for about 5 minutes.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic (if using), and a pinch of salt and pepper. Taste and adjust acidity or seasoning.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Pour the dressing over and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all the ingredients without bruising them.
  5. Sprinkle the chopped fresh oregano and mint on top. Crumble the feta cheese evenly over the salad. Give one last light toss to blend flavors without breaking the cheese too much.
  6. Taste the salad and add salt or pepper if needed. Add a little extra lemon juice if desired.
  7. Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for up to 2 hours before serving to let flavors meld. Give a gentle toss before plating.

Notes

Use firm, fresh cucumbers and ripe tomatoes for best flavor and texture. Drain excess moisture from veggies to avoid sogginess. Crumble feta by hand for creamier texture. Toss gently to avoid bruising tomatoes and wilting herbs. For dairy-free, omit feta or substitute with firm tofu. Serve chilled or at room temperature. Best eaten fresh but can be stored up to 2 days in the fridge with dressing separate.

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Keywords: Greek salad, cucumber tomato salad, Mediterranean salad, fresh salad, easy salad recipe, light meal, feta salad

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