Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill is a light and refreshing dish that bursts with vibrant flavors, making it the perfect addition to any meal. This quick recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare, allowing you to enjoy a healthy side or light lunch without spending hours in the kitchen. The crunchy cucumbers combine beautifully with creamy avocado and savory feta, while fresh dill and chives elevate the taste. Whether served at summer gatherings or enjoyed as a nutritious snack, this salad is versatile and customizable, inviting you to add your favorite nuts or herbs for a personal touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- 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
- Smash the cucumbers by cutting them in half and applying pressure with a knife until slightly crushed. Chop into 1-inch pieces.
- In a medium bowl, combine smashed cucumbers with diced avocado, feta cheese, pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg