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Greek Cucumber Salad Recipe
Chef Ava

Greek Cucumber Salad

This Greek Cucumber Salad is light, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors! It combines crisp English cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, red onion, creamy feta cheese, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a simple olive oil dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a healthy snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 English cucumbers thinly sliced
  • 1 cup grape or cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley or oregano chopped
For the Dressing:
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

Prepare the Vegetables:
  1. Slice the cucumbers, halve the tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.
  2. Chop the fresh parsley or oregano.
Make the Dressing:
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Assemble the Salad:
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs.
  2. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Add the Feta & Serve:
  1. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
  2. Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes for enhanced flavor.

Notes

  • For a milder onion flavor, soak the sliced red onions in cold water for 10 minutes before adding them to the salad.
  • For extra protein, add chickpeas or grilled chicken.
  • Best served fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.