Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Elevate your dining experience with this refreshing Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill. Perfectly crafted for any occasion, this vibrant dish combines crunchy cucumbers with creamy avocado and tangy feta cheese, all brought together by a zesty dressing. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s ideal for summer barbecues, light lunches, or as a delightful side to grilled meats. Bursting with flavor and nutrition, this salad not only pleases the palate but also adds a beautiful splash of color to your table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cooking Required
- 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the cucumbers; chop each in half.
- Smash each half gently on a cutting board and cut into 1-inch pieces. Transfer to a mixing bowl.
- Peel and chop the avocado; add to the bowl along with feta cheese, pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a separate jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently to combine. Serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg