Avocado, Cucumber & Feta Salad
Avocado, Cucumber & Feta Salad is a refreshing summer delight that effortlessly combines creamy avocados, crunchy cucumbers, and tangy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this vibrant salad bursts with flavor and is perfect for picnics, barbecues, or a light lunch. Easy to prepare and visually appealing, it will impress your family and friends while satisfying your cravings for something fresh and delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 1 cup fresh cucumbers (sliced)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/4 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
Instructions
- Wash all fresh produce thoroughly. Dice the avocados into bite-sized pieces and slice the cucumbers into half-moon shapes.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the red onion. If desired, soak the onions in cold water for about ten minutes to mellow their flavor.
- In a large bowl, gently combine the diced avocados, cucumber slices, halved cherry tomatoes, red onion slices, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until well combined. Drizzle this dressing over the salad mixture.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until evenly coated with the dressing. Serve immediately or let sit for ten minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg