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Cucumber Feta Salad

Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 English cucumber, sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta
  • 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes (optional for color)
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • Fresh black pepper
    • (If desired)
  • Bell pepper strips
  • Kalamata olives
    • Homemade Italian Dressing
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp dried basil
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • Pinch of sugar or honey
Instructions
    Step 1 – Make the Dressing
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    In a small bowl or jar, combine:
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    Olive oil
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    Red wine vinegar
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    Lemon juice
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    Dijon mustard
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    Oregano
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    Basil
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    Garlic powder
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    Salt
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    Pepper
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    Sugar or honey, if using
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    Whisk vigorously (or shake the jar with the lid on) until well combined.
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    Set aside for 10–15 minutes so the herbs can hydrate and the flavors meld.
    14. Step 2 – Prepare the Vegetables
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    Wash and dry all produce.
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    Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks.
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    Slice the cucumber into half-moons.
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    If using, slice bell pepper and halve cherry tomatoes.
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    Chop the parsley.
    19. Step 3 – Assemble the Salad
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    In a large serving bowl, combine:
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    Tomatoes
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    Cucumber
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    Bell pepper and cherry tomatoes (if using)
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    Parsley
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    Add about half of the dressing and toss gently to coat.
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    Taste and add more dressing if desired.
    26. Step 4 – Finish with Feta
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    Sprinkle the crumbled feta over the top.
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    Add a few grinds of black pepper.
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    Toss very lightly, or leave the feta on top for presentation.
    29. Step 5 – Rest and Serve
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    Allow the salad to rest for 10–15 minutes before serving.
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    Give it one final gentle toss.
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    Serve chilled or at cool room temperature.
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