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Creamy Cucumber Tomato Salad Recipe with Fresh Dill and Feta

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A fresh and tangy salad featuring crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, fresh dill, and creamy feta tossed in a light Greek yogurt dressing. Perfect for quick, easy, and refreshing summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced (about 1/4 inch thick)
  • 3 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3/4 cup plain full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and rinse cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly.
  2. Slice cucumbers thinly, about 1/4 inch thick, and chop tomatoes into roughly 1-inch bite-sized chunks. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, olive oil, and honey. Whisk or shake until smooth and creamy. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Finely chop fresh dill, being careful not to bruise it.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, and chopped dill.
  6. Pour the creamy dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat evenly without mashing the tomatoes.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad and give it one last gentle toss to combine.
  8. Optional: Cover and refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

Notes

For best texture, slice cucumbers about 1/4 inch thick to maintain crunch. Use fresh dill for brightness; dried dill lacks flavor. To reduce salad wateriness, lightly salt cucumber slices and pat dry before mixing. Chill salad for at least 15 minutes before serving to enhance flavor melding. Gentle tossing prevents tomatoes from bruising and releasing excess liquid. Vegan option: substitute Greek yogurt with coconut or almond-based yogurt and use vegan feta or omit cheese.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, tomato salad, creamy salad, fresh dill, feta cheese, Greek yogurt dressing, summer salad, easy salad recipe

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