Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
If you’re in search of a quick, vibrant dish that bursts with flavor, look no further than this Smashed Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill. This delightful salad combines crunchy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese for a refreshing experience perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. It’s incredibly versatile, making it an excellent side for grilled meats or a satisfying stand-alone lunch option. With fresh herbs and wholesome ingredients, this salad is designed to please both kids and adults alike. Prepare it in just 10 minutes for a colorful addition to your next meal!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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
- 2 cloves garlic – minced
- Salt and pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers. Halve them lengthwise and smash gently with the flat side of a knife. Chop into 1-inch pieces.
- In a bowl, combine smashed cucumbers, diced avocado, feta cheese, chopped pistachios, and fresh dill.
- In a separate jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg