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Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill

Smashed Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill for Refreshing Bliss

Enjoy this refreshing Smashed Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill, perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 medium English Cucumbers Choose for fewer seeds
  • 1 medium Avocado Use ripe for creaminess
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Can substitute with goat cheese
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Dill Can replace with mint or parsley
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality extra virgin
  • to taste Salt Adjust to taste
  • to taste Pepper Adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • Rolling Pin
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the cucumbers thoroughly under cold water. Cut them into quarters lengthwise and gently smash each piece to create a larger surface area for seasoning.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, gather the smashed cucumbers, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, and freshly chopped dill. Fold the ingredients together gently.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the mixture, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix gently to maintain the structure of the avocado and feta cheese.
  4. Serve the salad immediately for maximum freshness, or chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Dress just before serving to prevent sogginess.

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