Description
Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill is the perfect dish for effortless summer dining. Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this refreshing salad combines crunchy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch at home, this quick recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Enjoy it as a standalone meal or serve as a delightful side to grilled meats and seafood.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Persian cucumbers or 1 English cucumber
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers. Cut them in half and gently smash each half with the flat side of a knife. Chop into bite-sized pieces.
- Peel and chop the avocado into small pieces, adding them to the bowl with cucumbers.
- Mix in chopped dill, chives, and feta cheese.
- In a separate jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg