Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing

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A vibrant summer salad featuring crisp cucumbers and ripe tomatoes tossed in a bright lemon-herb vinaigrette with crumbled feta. This Greek recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs cucumber, tomato, red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 20 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 2 medium peeled and diced cucumbers (300g), 3 medium diced tomatoes (450g), 1/4 cup finely sliced red onion (40g), and 1/2 cup pitted and halved Kalamata olives (75g).
  2. Step 2: Zest and juice 1 lemon, then whisk the zest, juice (2 tbsp), 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
  4. Step 4: Sprinkle with 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (75g), 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill, and 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano, then toss once more before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (20 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 Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing?

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 cucumber from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing?

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 Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Chopped Cucumber-Tomato Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged 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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