Tired of the same old salads? Looking for something fresh and delicious to add to your summer menu? Take a look at this delectable cucumber tomato feta salad! This light, flavorful Greek salad combines juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and fragrant herbs. All tossed together in a simple oil and vinegar dressing that ties it all together. Perfect for a hot summer day or as a side dish to any meal!
Healthy cucumber tomato feta salad
Salad season is upon us, and I am so ready to take a deep dive into my favorite salad recipes this summer!
I am a big fan of this simple and delicious salad. It's a great way to make use of summer produce, and it takes very little time to prepare. This cucumber tomato feta salad is made with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, cubed feta cheese, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a delicious oil and vinegar vinaigrette.
It's perfect for hot summer days, a light lunch, a picnic, or a potluck. So let's get to it!
Ingredients needed
Making this cucumber tomato feta salad is super easy and requires just a few simple ingredients!
Here’s a bit more about what I used:
- Cucumber: To make this tomato feta salad, you'll need one whole English cucumber. It adds a bit of crunch, which is a nice contrast to the feta cheese. Make sure to dice the cucumber nice and even.
- Tomatoes: I like to use cherry tomatoes here for their sweet flavor and small, bite-sized pieces. I bought 2-pint boxes of tomatoes and cut them in half.
- Feta cheese: Feta cheese is essential in this Greek salad! It's salty and creamy, and it is the perfect topping for this salad. I decided to buy a block of feta and chopped it up myself instead of buying crumbled cheese. Either way works!
- Parsley: To add a pop of flavor and color, I added chopped fresh parsley. It gives the salad that classic Greek taste! You'll need ¼ cup.
- Garlic: I love to add 2 minced garlic cloves to this salad dressing. It adds a nice hint of flavor without it being too overpowering.
- Oregano: I added 1 teaspoon of oregano for an extra boost of flavor. It pairs nicely with the feta and herbs.
- Olive Oil: To make the salad dressing, you'll need ¼ cup of olive oil. It's a healthy and flavorful way to dress the cucumber and tomato salad.
- Red Wine Vinegar: To balance out the olive oil, I added 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar. It adds a nice acidic bite that completes the dressing.
- Salt and Pepper: A must for any recipe!
Kitchen tools required
Here’s a bit more information about what I used to make this cucumber and tomato salad with feta...
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Large Bowl
For measuring, you will need ¼ cup, ½ teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, and 1 tablespoon.
How to make Greek tomato cucumber salad
This refreshing salad is incredibly easy to make.
First, chop and prepare all the vegetables, cheese, and herbs. Next, put diced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, diced feta, and chopped parsley into a large bowl.
Then, add olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper and mix everything until well combined.
Finally, serve - and that's it! See, told you it was really easy to make.
Recipe Tips
Below are some common salad questions. Don’t see the answer you’re looking for? Leave a comment at the bottom of this post!
What type of cucumber should I use in this salad recipe?
I recommend using an English cucumber. The reason why is it has fewer seeds and thinner skin, so there’s no need to peel or deseed it - which saves you time!
For a smaller, crunchier bite, use some Persian cucumbers.
Can I use regular tomatoes instead of cherry/grape tomatoes?
Yes, absolutely. Just make sure to cut your tomato into smaller pieces so that it’s easier to eat.
What else can I add/substitute for this feta salad?
Whenever I make this salad and want to change things up, I will add in some:
- Red onions
- Kalamata olives
- Capers
- Fresh dill or mint
- Sundried tomatoes
- Chickpeas
As far as substitutions go, you could use crumbled goat cheese mozzarella balls as an alternative to feta and balsamic vinegar instead of red wine vinegar.
Can I use a different salad dressing?
Yes, absolutely! Feel free to change up the dressing of this cucumber tomato salad to whatever you like. Maybe try making a creamy Greek yogurt or tahini-based dressing. I bet that would taste delicious!
Storing leftovers
This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just make sure to store it in an airtight container.
If you are wondering if you can free this cucumber tomato feta salad, I don't have good news. Some of the ingredients, such as cucumbers and tomatoes, become watery when thawed, so it would not be good if frozen.
If you liked this recipe, you’ll want to try these!
Here are some of my favorite salad recipes you should make next. Enjoy!
- Cashew Crunch Salad with Sesame Dressing
- Healthy Mexican Street Corn Salad
- Grilled Veggie and Shrimp Orzo Salad
- Creamy Italian Chopped Salad
- Grilled Greek Chicken Salad
Simple Tomato Feta Cucumber Salad
Ingredients
Method
- Chop and prepare all veggies, cheese, and herbs.
- In a large bowl, add diced cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, diced feta, and chopped parsley.
- Pour on olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper and mix until everything is combined.
- Serve! This will last in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Avery says
So fresh and delicious and pairs perfectly with the Greek turkey meatball! Love love love.
Erin says
Hi Avery, so happy you love it!
Lori Raisch says
I appreciate you include the nutrition info
I'm trying to do keto and was happy to see I can include this in my diet!
Erin says
Hi Lori, so happy you loved it and you're welcome!!
Renae says
Sooo good! I didnt have fresh parsley so I used parsley flakes & oregano leaves (both spices vs. fresh). I also only used 1 garlic clove instead of 2. This is perfect for my lunch prep but could be a great side dish, especially for summer! Will make again!!
Erin says
Hi Renae, so happy you loved it and made it your own! 🙂
Pamela says
O made Moroccan flank steak and this was the perfect side. It was delish! I loved the dressing too!
Erin says
Hi Pamela, so glad you loved it so much! 🙂
Jeanne Stevenson says
Greetings! Did you use lemon in the recipe because I see sliced lemons in the photo but don’t see them mentioned in the recipe.
Erin says
Hi Jeanne, no, I did not use lemons, but had them in case I wanted to.
Eve says
I’ve made this so many times over past year, tastes so healthy and delicious! Thank you Erin for this amazing recipe!!
Erin says
Hi Eve, so happy you love the salad so much! 🙂
Heather Lund says
I love this salad
Erin says
Hi Heather, so glad you enjoyed it! 🙂
Chris says
Great recipe! Could basil substitute for the parsley?
Erin says
Hi Chris, sure, that should be fine but will just change the taste.
Brianna says
Top recipe especially for the summertime! Serve it with the Greek meatballs, grilled chicken or even as dip with pita chips. Crowd pleaser and very delish!
Erin says
Hi Brianna, so glad you loved it so much! 🙂
Janet Speirs says
Sorry to be 'thick', but do you make the dressing seperately?.
I'm reading it as you would pour all of the dressing ingredients seperately to the salad??? Surely not,lol.
Erin says
Hi Janet, yes, that is correct. In step 3, you pour the olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt and pepper onto the cucumbers, chopped tomatoes, diced feta, and chopped parsley and then and mix until everything is combined. 🙂
Linda says
Easy to make! Really good!
Erin says
Hi Linda, so glad you loved it!!
Nora says
Such a perfect summer salad to have on hand!
Erin says
Hi Nora, so glad you liked it! 🙂
Donna says
Everything, from the meatballs to the tzatziki, was awesome! I used Fat Free Greek yogurt for the sauce but followed everything else to a “T”.
Will definitely make it again!
Erin says
Hi Donna, so happy you liked it and made it your own! 🙂
Tom says
In summer I’m always looking for a tasty, cool, crisp and fresh salad. This one meets all the tests.
Erin says
Hi Tom, so happy you loved it! 🙂
Tasha says
Just made this tonight and it is absolutely delicious!! Definitely saving and adding to my rotation. Thanks!
Erin says
Hi Tasha, so happy you loved it!! 🙂
d ebra says
Can you make this salad ahead of time before a church function. if so should I cut everything up and then at the last minute add the dressing
Erin says
Hi, yes, you can make it ahead of time. You can make it earlier in the day and serve it later or you can make an store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
Fria says
This salad was soooooo good! Definitely will be making with my Greek turkey meatballs with tzatziki sauce!
I used Roma tomatoes and they worked well to substitute the grape tomatoes.
Erin says
Hi Fria, so happy you loved it and great ideas!! 🙂
Sheryl says
I tried this recipe when I went to a BBQ recently. Such a delicious and simple salad!
Erin says
Hi Sheryl, so glad you loved it! 🙂
sarah says
an absolute go-to recipe! such an easy & delish salad
Erin says
Hi Sarah, so happy you loved it!
Sarah says
I made this for a potluck & everyone was asking me for the recipe because it was so good!
Erin says
Hi Sarah, so glad everyone liked it!! 🙂