Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill
Experience a burst of freshness with this Smashed Cucumber Salad – With Feta and Dill. This vibrant dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavors that will elevate any meal or serve as a refreshing snack on its own. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a colorful salad featuring crispy cucumbers, creamy avocado, and tangy feta, all tossed in a zesty dressing. Perfect for busy weeknights, family gatherings, or meal prep, this salad is sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults alike.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- 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 the cucumbers. Cut them in half and gently smash each half with your hand to release their juices. Chop into 1-inch pieces.
- Cube the avocado and add it to the bowl with the smashed cucumbers.
- Mix in crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, dill, and chives.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg