Description
A refreshing and vibrant Greek Cucumber Salad combining crisp cucumbers, ripe Roma tomatoes, red onions, and briny olives, all tossed in a zesty lemon and red wine vinegar dressing with dried oregano and topped with creamy feta cheese. Perfect for a light appetizer or side dish, ready in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 cucumbers, peeled and chopped into 1/4 inch slices
- 4-6 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste (I like a lot of pepper)
Other
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Black olives, pitted and sliced, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and sliced cucumbers, chopped Roma tomatoes, and sliced red onions, ensuring all are evenly mixed.
- Make the dressing: In a smaller bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and dried oregano until well blended. Pour this dressing over the vegetables in the large bowl.
- Season and toss: Mix the salad thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly with the dressing. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preference, adding extra pepper if desired.
- Add cheese and olives: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese and sliced black olives over the top of the salad. Gently mix again to distribute these toppings throughout.
- Chill and serve: Refrigerate the salad until ready to eat to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled and enjoy the crisp, savory flavors.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of lemon juice and vinegar depending on how tangy you like your salad.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based alternative.
- Make sure to use firm cucumbers to avoid excess water release in the salad.
- This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.
- Adding fresh herbs like parsley or mint can enhance freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek