Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Experience the refreshing taste of summer with this Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill. This easy-to-make dish combines crisp Persian cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese, delivering a burst of flavor in every bite. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly versatile. Serve it as a delightful side to grilled chicken or enjoy it on its own as a healthy snack. With vibrant colors and textures, this salad will quickly become a favorite at your table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 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
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers. Chop each into halves and gently smash them with the flat side of a knife, then cut into 1-inch pieces.
- Peel and chop the avocado into bite-sized pieces; combine with cucumbers in a bowl.
- Add crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, and fresh dill.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg