Crisp and Zesty Cucumber Salad Recipe
This refreshing cucumber salad combines crisp vegetables with a zesty dressing, making it a perfect side dish for any meal. It's light, healthy, and bursting with flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers sliced thinly
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ½ medium red onion sliced thinly
- ¼ cup fresh dill finely chopped
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado diced (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cucumbers under cold water and slice them thinly, peeling if preferred.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
- Add chopped dill and crumbled feta cheese to the vegetable mixture.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.
- If using avocado, fold in diced pieces carefully.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
- Serve cold as a refreshing side dish or light lunch.
Notes
Chill the salad for at least 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.