Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill is the perfect blend of refreshing flavors and textures, ready in just 10 minutes! This salad combines crunchy cucumbers with creamy avocado and tangy feta cheese, creating a light dish that brightens any meal. Ideal for barbecues, family gatherings, or a quick weeknight dinner, it’s both nutritious and satisfying. Packed with wholesome ingredients like fresh herbs and nuts, this recipe is easily customizable to suit your taste preferences. Serve it as a vibrant side or enjoy it as a standalone meal. Once you try this delightful salad, it will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 Persian cucumbers or 1 English cucumber
- 1 medium ripe avocado
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry cucumbers thoroughly; halve them lengthwise. Gently smash each half with the flat side of a knife to release juices.
- Cut smashed cucumbers into 1-inch pieces and place in a bowl. Add chopped avocado, feta cheese, pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour dressing over salad mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg