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Smashed Cucumber Salad - With Feta and Dill

A refreshing and crunchy salad made with smashed cucumbers, creamy feta, 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
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups cucumbers smashed and peeled
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Method
 

Prepare the Cucumbers
  1. Smash the cucumbers with the flat side of a knife or a rolling pin until they crack open but remain in large pieces.
  2. Peel the cucumbers and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
Mix the Salad
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the smashed cucumbers, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped dill.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and white wine vinegar, then season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Toss gently to combine all ingredients without breaking the feta.
Serve
  1. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 5gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 4gFiber: 1gSugar: 2g

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. The flavors improve after a few hours in the fridge.

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