Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad
Crisp cucumbers, sweet peppers, and tangy feta come together in this refreshing, vibrant salad with a zesty lemon-oregano dressing.
Course: SaladCuisine: MediterraneanDifficulty: Easy
Servings
4
servingsPrep time
30
minutesCooking time
40
minutesCalories
300
kcalTotal time
1
hour10
minutesIngredients
2 whole cucumbers
1 whole red bell pepper
1 whole yellow bell pepper
0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced
0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
0.5 teaspoon salt
0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Slice the cucumbers lengthwise and then into half-moons to have even slices for the salad.
- Chop the red and yellow bell peppers into small bite-sized pieces for easy mixing with other ingredients.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, bell peppers, and red onion, mixing them gently with a salad spoon.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to create a dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss the salad repeatedly until all components are evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the mixed salad and gently toss one more time to distribute the cheese.
- Serve the salad fresh on individual plates or a large serving dish. Optionally, chill in the refrigerator for a cooler taste.
- Enjoy your refreshing cucumber sweet pepper salad as a starter or alongside your favorite main dish.
Nutrition Facts
- Total number of serves: 4
- Calories: 250kcal
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 620mg
- Potassium: 400mg
- Sugar: 8g
- Protein: 6g
- Calcium: 60mg
- Iron: 2mg
This Cucumber Sweet Pepper Salad is light, refreshing, and packed with crunch. Crisp cucumbers, colorful bell peppers, and tangy feta are tossed in a simple lemon-oregano dressing for a bright, Mediterranean-inspired dish. Perfect as a side, appetizer, or light lunch, this salad brings freshness to any meal.
