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Smashed Cucumber Salad - With Feta and Dill

A refreshing and tangy salad featuring smashed cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and fragrant dill, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Cucumber Base
  • 2 large cucumbers sliced and smashed
  • 1 teaspoon salt for seasoning
Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon honey optional for sweetness
  • 1 clove garlic minced
Toppings
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Prepare the Cucumbers
  1. Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise and then smash them with the flat side of a knife or a rolling pin.
  2. Sprinkle the smashed cucumbers with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Make the Dressing
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, and minced garlic until well combined.
Assemble the Salad
  1. Drain any excess liquid from the cucumbers and add them to the mixing bowl with the dressing.
  2. Add the crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, and black pepper to the bowl and gently toss to combine.
  3. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 3gFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors will intensify as it sits.

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