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Fresh Greek Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe Easy Homemade Feta Dressing

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A refreshing and easy-to-make Greek salad featuring crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, red onion, and a creamy homemade feta dressing that brings Mediterranean sunshine to your table.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers (English or Persian), sliced or chopped
  • 3 large ripe Roma or vine tomatoes, chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ medium red onion, thinly sliced and soaked in cold water for 10 minutes
  • 6 ounces (170 grams) good-quality feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh oregano or parsley
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • Juice of half a lemon, freshly squeezed
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced finely
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Vegetables (10 minutes): Wash cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into half-moons about ¼ inch thick. Chop tomatoes into roughly 1-inch pieces. Thinly slice red onion and soak in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow sharpness.
  2. Make the Dressing (5 minutes): In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Crumble 4 ounces (115 grams) of feta cheese and stir it in. For a creamy dressing, blend in a food processor or blender until smooth (about 30 seconds). Add salt and pepper to taste. If not blending, mix well with a fork or whisk until feta is incorporated.
  3. Combine Salad Ingredients (3 minutes): Drain and pat dry the red onion slices. In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and chopped fresh herbs. Toss gently to mix.
  4. Add Dressing and Feta (2 minutes): Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat evenly. Crumble remaining 2 ounces (55 grams) of feta cheese over the top.
  5. Final Seasoning & Serve (2 minutes): Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Let salad sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld, or serve immediately.

Notes

Use English or Persian cucumbers for less seeds and thinner skin to keep salad crisp. Soak red onion slices in cold water for 10 minutes to reduce sharpness. Blend feta into dressing for a creamy texture. Prepare salad just before serving or within an hour to maintain freshness. Store dressing separately if making ahead to avoid sogginess.

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