Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill is a vibrant, refreshing dish that brings a burst of flavor to any meal. This delightful salad combines the crispness of cucumbers with creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and crunchy pistachios, creating a perfect balance of textures. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. The addition of fresh herbs like dill and chives elevates this dish, making it not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious. Whether served as a side with grilled chicken or enjoyed on its own, this salad promises to impress with its bright flavors and healthy ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 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. Cut each cucumber in half and smash gently with the flat side of your knife. Chop into 1-inch pieces and place in a bowl.
- Peel and chop the avocado into bite-sized pieces; add to the cucumber bowl.
- Mix in crumbled feta cheese, chopped pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg