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In a world where culinary trends come and go, few dishes maintain their timeless appeal quite like a fresh salad. The Zesty Lemon Cucumber Feta Salad is a perfect example of this, combining vibrant flavors and refreshing ingredients to create a dish that's both simple and sophisticated. Whether you’re hosting a summer gathering, enjoying a light lunch, or looking for the ideal side dish to complement your main course, this salad checks all the boxes. Its bright colors, zesty flavors, and crisp textures make it an inviting addition to any meal.

Lemon Cucumber Feta Salad

Discover the refreshing taste of Zesty Lemon Cucumber Feta Salad, the perfect blend of vibrant ingredients. This colorful salad features crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, zesty red onion, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a bright lemon dressing. Ideal for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a side dish, it offers both taste and health benefits. Easy to prepare and packed with nutrients, this salad is sure to impress at any occasion!

Ingredients
  

2 large cucumbers, diced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

1 cup feta cheese, crumbled

1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped

1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Juice of 2 large lemons

Zest of 1 lemon

3 tablespoons olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

Prep the Veggies: Begin by thoroughly washing the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes. Dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion.

    Combine Ingredients: In a large salad bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.

      Add Feta and Herbs: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese, chopped dill, and parsley into the vegetable mixture.

        Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined.

          Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture, and gently toss everything together to ensure an even coating of the dressing.

            Chill and Serve: Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled for a refreshing experience.

              Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 minutes | 20 minutes | 4 servings