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Easy No-Cook Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad: The Best 5-Minute Recipe

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This refreshing cucumber tomato feta salad comes together in just 5 minutes with no cooking required. It’s the perfect summer side dish or light meal, featuring crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, salty feta, and a tangy herb vinaigrette.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large English cucumbers (or 4 Persian cucumbers), diced
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved (optional)
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly cracked

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake vigorously until well combined. Set aside.
  2. Prep the vegetables: Wash and dry the cucumbers and tomatoes. Dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces (about 1/2-inch cubes). Halve or quarter the cherry tomatoes. Finely dice the red onion. If using olives, halve them.
  3. Combine in a bowl: Add the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, and olives (if using) to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Add the feta and herbs: Crumble the feta cheese over the vegetables. Sprinkle in the chopped parsley.
  5. Pour on the dressing: Give the dressing one more shake or whisk, then pour it over the salad.
  6. Toss gently: Using a large spoon or spatula, gently toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated and the feta is distributed. Be careful not to over-mix.
  7. Taste and adjust: Take a bite and adjust seasoning with more salt, vinegar, or pepper as needed.
  8. Serve immediately or chill: Serve right away or let sit for 15-20 minutes for flavors to meld. If making ahead, cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

For best flavor, let the dressed salad sit at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving. If using regular cucumbers, salt them first to prevent wateriness. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Do not microwave.

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Keywords: cucumber tomato feta salad, no-cook salad, easy summer salad, Greek salad, 5-minute recipe, quick side dish

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