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Fresh Cucumber Tomato Salad with Feta and Dill

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A simple, vibrant, and refreshing summer salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta, and fresh dill. Perfect for hot days when you want a light but satisfying dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 3 ripe Roma or vine tomatoes, diced
  • 4 ounces (115 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Small handful fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly to avoid excess water in the salad. Slice the Persian cucumbers thinly (about 1/8 inch thick) and dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces (about 1 inch chunks). Thinly slice the red onion if using.
  2. Place the sliced cucumbers, diced tomatoes, and onions into a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to mix evenly.
  3. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese evenly over the veggies.
  4. Finely chop the fresh dill and add it to the bowl.
  5. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently using salad tongs or two large spoons to coat everything without mashing the tomatoes or cucumbers.
  7. Optionally, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley for extra color. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld, but do not leave it too long to avoid excess water release.
  8. If the salad is watery after resting, drain any excess liquid before serving.

Notes

Use Persian cucumbers for less watery salad. Pat cucumbers dry after slicing to prevent sogginess. Crumble feta by hand for best texture. Fresh dill is preferred over dried. Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep salad crisp.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, tomato salad, feta cheese, fresh dill, summer salad, easy salad recipe, healthy salad, vegetarian, gluten-free

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