Description
A refreshing and vibrant Greek Cucumber Salad featuring crisp cucumbers, savory feta cheese, and a tangy red wine vinaigrette, perfect for a quick and healthy side dish.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 English cucumbers, sliced in half lengthwise and cut into large pieces
- 1 cup diced red bell pepper
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup halved pitted olives
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
Other Ingredients
- 3.5 oz. jar capers, drained
- 3/4 cup red wine vinaigrette
- 8 oz. feta cheese, diced
Instructions
- Combine vegetables and capers: Add cucumbers, capers, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, and fresh dill into a large mixing bowl.
- Toss with dressing: Pour about 1/2 cup of the red wine vinaigrette dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Add feta cheese: Gently fold the diced feta cheese into the salad; alternatively, the feta can be added just before serving to maintain its texture.
- Finish with remaining dressing: Drizzle the remaining 1/4 cup of red wine vinaigrette over the salad just before serving, then season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy the bright, fresh flavors.
Notes
- For best results, use fresh English cucumbers as they have fewer seeds and a milder flavor.
- The feta cheese adds a salty creaminess; add it gently to avoid breaking it up too much.
- This salad can be prepared ahead but add the feta and the last dressing portion right before serving to keep ingredients fresh.
- Adjust the salt carefully since the capers, olives, and feta are naturally salty.
- Great served chilled as a side dish or light meal, especially during warm weather.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
