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Fresh Keto Cucumber Feta Salad Recipe Easy Low-Carb Olive Delight

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A fresh, crunchy keto-friendly salad featuring thinly sliced cucumbers, crumbled feta cheese, and briny Kalamata olives tossed in a lemon-garlic olive oil dressing. Perfect for a light, low-carb meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium English cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry cucumbers thoroughly. Slice into thin rounds about 1/8 inch thick. Optionally peel partially for texture contrast.
  2. Place cucumber slices in a colander, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let drain for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture.
  3. While cucumbers drain, thinly slice red onion and finely chop fresh dill. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, black pepper, and a pinch of salt. Adjust seasoning carefully.
  5. Pat cucumbers dry with a towel to remove moisture. Transfer to a mixing bowl along with sliced onions and olives.
  6. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently but thoroughly to coat evenly.
  7. Crumble feta cheese over the top and sprinkle chopped dill. Toss gently or fold in feta to maintain texture contrast.
  8. Optionally cover and refrigerate for 10-15 minutes before serving to meld flavors while keeping crunch.

Notes

Salting cucumbers and draining them is key to keeping the salad crisp and preventing sogginess. Use firm, crumbly feta for best texture. Adjust salt carefully due to salty feta and olives. For dairy-free, omit feta and add toasted nuts. Chill salad briefly for best flavor. Toss gently to avoid breaking feta or bruising cucumbers.

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