Tomato Cucumber and Feta Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Tomato Cucumber and Feta Salad is a quick, no-cook dish perfect for warm-weather lunches or as a vibrant side for grilled entrees. Juicy tomatoes and crisp cucumber are paired with tangy feta cheese and thin slices of red onion, while a zesty dressing of extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and dried oregano ties everything together. Garnished with fragrant parsley, this colorful salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a go-to option for wholesome, hassle-free meals. Ideal for meal prep or last-minute entertaining, this refreshing recipe highlights simple, healthy ingredients that create a harmonious balance of flavor and texture in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole (medium) tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 0.5 whole (medium) red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes, cucumber, and parsley thoroughly.
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add to the bowl.
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and sprinkle it over the salad.
Slice the red onion into thin strips and add them to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a hint of freshness.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15 minutes to let the flavors meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
955 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.5 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 2925 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.1 g | 58% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 894 mg | 69% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 1998 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
