Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
If you’re in search of a refreshing and vibrant dish, look no further than this Smashed Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill. This delightful salad combines the crispness of cucumbers with creamy avocado and tangy feta, making it a perfect side dish for any occasion or a light meal on its own. With just a quick prep time of 10 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends.
- 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
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic – peeled and minced
- Salt and pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers, then cut them in half. Smash each half gently with a knife and chop into 1-inch pieces.
- Peel and chop the avocado into bite-sized pieces, adding it to the bowl with the cucumbers.
- Mix in crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg