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Fresh Tomato Cucumber Salad with Feta Easy Herb Dressing

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A quick and refreshing salad combining crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, salty feta, and a vibrant herb dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or a light, fuss-free side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups tomatoes, roughly chopped (preferably Roma or vine tomatoes)
  • 2 medium cucumbers, peeled and diced (English cucumbers recommended)
  • 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled (sheep’s milk feta like Valbreso preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
  • Juice of 1 medium lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced
  • Salt to taste (start with ½ teaspoon)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper to taste (start with ¼ teaspoon)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry the tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Dice tomatoes into 1-inch pieces and peel and dice cucumbers similarly. Finely dice red onion if using.
  2. Roughly chop parsley and dill, avoiding woody stems.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. For a creamier dressing, blend in 2 tablespoons of crumbled feta until smooth.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion (if using), and chopped herbs. Pour dressing over and gently toss to coat evenly. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Sprinkle remaining crumbled feta over the top and gently toss once more.
  6. Let the salad rest at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

Peel cucumbers for a softer bite if desired. Remove watery tomato seeds to reduce sogginess or leave for juiciness. Whisk dressing separately and fold gently into salad to prevent tomatoes from breaking down. Add feta last to avoid sogginess if preparing ahead. Fresh herbs are preferred over dried for best flavor.

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