Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill is your go-to refreshing dish that’s packed with vibrant flavors and textures. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this delightful salad that features crunchy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese, all brought together with fresh herbs like dill and chives. This versatile side dish pairs beautifully with grilled chicken or can stand alone as a light lunch option. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a family gathering, this salad is sure to impress everyone at the table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- 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
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic – peeled and minced
- Salt and pepper – to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry cucumbers; chop them in half. Smash each half gently with the flat side of a knife.
- Chop smashed cucumbers into 1-inch pieces and place in a bowl.
- Add bite-sized avocado pieces to the bowl.
- Incorporate feta cheese, pistachios, dill, and chives; mix gently.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients in a separate bowl and pour over the salad mixture. Toss lightly to combine.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg