Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill is a delightful, refreshing dish that can elevate any meal. This easy-to-make salad bursts with flavor and is perfect for busy weekdays or family gatherings. Combining crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy feta, this salad not only pleases the palate but also offers nutritious benefits.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- 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
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers, then cut them in half and gently smash each piece with the flat side of a knife. Chop into 1-inch pieces.
- Peel and cube the avocado, adding it to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Stir in crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, and fresh herbs (dill).
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg