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Cucumber Tomato and Feta Salad

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This Cucumber Tomato and Feta Salad is light, crisp, and full of flavor! It’s made with simple ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, and creamy feta, and it’s the kind of thing you’ll want to eat on a hot summer day.  

Are you looking for more summer dishes? Try our Baked Beans with Ground Beef, Dill Pickle Pasta Salad, and Black Bean and Corn Salsa Dip.

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Toss it in a quick lemon dressing, add a handful of fresh herbs, and you’ve got a salad that’s just as good for lunch as it is for sharing at a cookout or potluck!

What you’ll love about this Cucumber and Feta Salad:


  • LIGHT & REFRESHING – Ideal for warm weather and easy meals.
  • NO COOKING NEEDED – Just chop, mix, and chill.
  • PERFECT FOR ENTERTAINING – Serve it as a colorful side dish with almost anything.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this amazing  Cucumber with Tomato Salad:

  • English cucumbers
  • Tomatoes- I love to use a mix of both grape and cherry tomatoes.
  • Feta cheese
  • Red onions
  • Fresh parsley
  • Olive oil- I’ve use avocado oil as well.
  • Fresh lemon juice- Fresh is best, but bottled will work in a pinch!
  • Red wine vinegar
  • Garlic
  • Dried oregano
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
A flat lay of ingredients in bowls for a cucumber salad, including chopped cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onion, chopped parsley, olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic, and dried oregano.

INGREDIENT NOTES:

  • English Cucumbers: These have thinner skin and fewer seeds, which makes them perfect for salads.
  • Cherry Tomatoes: Their sweet flavor pairs beautifully with the creamy feta.
  • Red Wine Vinegar: Or swap with balsamic vinegar for a deeper flavor twist.

HOW TO MAKE CUCUMBER TOMATO AND FETA SALAD STEP-BY-STEP:   

Check out the quick visual guides below. For full instructions and ingredients, see the printable recipe card at the end.

Step 1:
Add the diced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, crumbled feta, sliced red onion, and chopped parsley to a large bowl.

Step 2:
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Step 3:
Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently to coat.

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A white bowl filled with chopped cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced red onions, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped herbs. Dressing is being poured into the bowl from a small container.
A white bowl filled with a chopped salad of cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs, set on a light gray surface.

Step 4:
Refrigerate for 30 minutes if desired to let the flavors blend.

Step 5:
Give it a final toss, taste, and adjust seasoning before serving.

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PRO TIP:

Let the salad sit for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature before serving to enhance the flavor. If you’re prepping ahead, store the dressing separately and toss just before serving to keep everything crisp.

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Storage and Reheating

Storage: Store leftovers in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It can be kept for up to 2-3 days.

Reheating: No reheating needed, just serve cold or at room temperature.

To Freeze:
Not recommended. The texture of cucumbers and tomatoes will break down after thawing.

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Additions & Substitutions

ADDITIONS:

  • Kalamata olives
  • Diced avocado
  • Cooked quinoa or orzo for a heartier version

SUBSTITUTIONS:

  • Cucumbers: Use regular cucumbers if English aren’t available, just peel and seed them first. Persian cucumbers work great if you want smaller, snack-sized pieces.
  • Feta: Try goat cheese or mozzarella pearls.
  • Vinegar: Swap for balsamic vinegar to give the dressing a slightly sweeter flavor.

FAQs about this Cucumber Tomato Salad:

We like cherry or grape tomatoes, but any variety of fresh tomatoes will work.

Yes, though it’s best to store the dressing separately and toss it right before serving for the freshest texture.

No, but chilling helps the flavors blend. It’s great at room temp too, especially on a hot summer day.

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What Can I Serve with this Cucumber Feta Salad?

This cucumber tomato feta cheese salad makes a great side for pasta dishes like our Easy Rotel Pasta and Homemade Hamburger Helper. Hearty meals like Hamburger Hash or Mini Meatloaf Muffins or even something simple like Loose Meat Sandwiches. I’ve even served it with Johnny Cakes for a fun, unexpected combo. It really goes with just about anything!

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Cucumber Tomato and Feta Salad

Vicky Hadley~Little Chef Within
This cucumber tomato feta salad is light, crisp, and full of flavor. This salad is just as good for lunch as it is for sharing at a cookout or potluck.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 209.7 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 English cucumbers diced (skin on)
  • 2 cups cherry & grape tomatoes halved
  • 6 ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

For the Dressing:

  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, combine the diced English cucumbers, halved cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, sliced red onion, and parsley. 3 English cucumbers,2 cups cherry & grape tomatoes,6 ounces feta cheese,1/2 red onion,1/4 cup fresh parsley.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined. 1/3 cup olive oil,3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice,1 tablespoon red wine vinegar,1 clove garlic,1 teaspoon dried oregano,1/2 teaspoon salt,1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently to coat.
  • If desired, refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
  • Serve at room temperature or lightly chilled.

Notes

Pro Tip:

Let the salad sit for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature before serving to enhance the flavor. If you’re prepping ahead, store the dressing separately and toss just before serving to keep everything crisp.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 209.7kcalCarbohydrates: 7.8gProtein: 5.2gFat: 18.3gSaturated Fat: 5.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10.1gCholesterol: 25.2mgSodium: 522.3mgPotassium: 269.6mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2.9gVitamin A: 488.4IUVitamin C: 8.4mgCalcium: 171mgIron: 0.9mg
Keyword potluck, salad, sides, summer
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