Mediterranean Fresh Tomato & Cucumber Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A vibrant, no-cook salad bursting with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy feta, dressed in a bright lemon-herb vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs ripe tomatoes, medium cucumber, thinly sliced red onion 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 280 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.

Ingredients

• 12 oz ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion
• 3 oz crumbled feta cheese
• 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 medium lemon
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 1/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: Dice tomatoes into 1/2-inch cubes and place in a large bowl. Peel and dice cucumber into 1/2-inch pieces, adding to the bowl.
2. Step 2: Thinly slice 1/4 cup red onion and add to the bowl. Sprinkle with 3 oz crumbled feta cheese and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley.
3. Step 3: Whisk 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp lemon juice (from 1/2 lemon), 1/2 tsp dried oregano, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
4. Step 4: Drizzle the dressing over the salad, toss gently until evenly coated, and let sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.