Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Feta and Olives

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A refreshing, no-cook salad with cool cucumber, creamy avocado, tangy feta, and briny olives in a simple olive oil dressing. This mediterranean-inspired salads (keto, vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs medium (100g) Avocado, medium (100g), diced Cucumber, crumbled Feta cheese into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 253 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 253 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and dice the flesh. Toss with 1 tbsp lemon juice to prevent browning.
  2. Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 100g diced cucumber, the diced avocado, 50g crumbled feta, and 30g halved kalamata olives.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp chopped dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Pour over the salad and toss gently to coat.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Feta and Olives take to make?

Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Feta and Olives?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium (100g) avocado from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Feta and Olives?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Feta and Olives for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Avocado-Cucumber Salad with Feta and Olives keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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