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Fresh cucumber feta salad with herbs and lemon dressing in a white bowl

Fresh Herb Cucumber Feta Salad with Lemon Dressing

This vibrant cucumber feta salad with fresh herbs and zesty lemon dressing comes together in minutes and stays crisp for days, making it perfect for meal prep.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 46 -6 servings

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large English cucumbers about 1.5 lbs total
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: lemon zest for garnish

Method
 

  1. Slice cucumbers into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Place in a colander set over a bowl, sprinkle with kosher salt, and toss to coat. Let drain for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  2. While cucumbers drain, prepare the dressing. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, and black pepper until well combined.
  3. Rinse the salted cucumbers under cold water to remove excess salt, then pat dry thoroughly with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried cucumbers, chopped dill, chopped mint, and sliced red onion.
  5. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Add the crumbled feta cheese last and fold gently to distribute without breaking up the cheese too much.
  7. Let the salad rest at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Garnish with additional herbs or lemon zest if desired.