Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
If you’re in search of a light and refreshing dish that can be prepared in no time, this Smashed Cucumber Salad with Feta and Dill is your answer! Bursting with vibrant flavors and textures, this salad is perfect for busy weeknights or festive gatherings. The combination of crisp cucumbers, creamy avocado, and aromatic herbs creates a delightful harmony that elevates any meal. Not only is it quick to make—taking just 10 minutes—but it also offers great versatility, pairing beautifully with grilled meats or enjoyed on its own. Ideal for meal prep, you can whip it up ahead of time for satisfying lunches throughout the week. Enjoy the fresh taste of summer all year round!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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 the cucumbers, cut them in half, and smash each half using the flat side of a knife; chop into 1-inch pieces.
- Dice the ripe avocado into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl with cucumbers.
- Mix in crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a 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.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg