Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Greek Salad with Feta
A vibrant salad combining crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and salty feta cheese tossed in a simple olive oil and oregano dressing. This greek-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 10 minutes pairs medium, diced cucumbers, medium, chopped ripe tomatoes, small, thinly sliced red onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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.
Ingredients
- 2 medium, diced cucumbers
- 3 medium, chopped ripe tomatoes
- 1/2 small, thinly sliced red onion
- 6 oz, crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup, pitted kalamata olives
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large salad bowl, combine 2 medium diced cucumbers, 3 chopped medium ripe tomatoes, and 1/2 thinly sliced small red onion.
- Step 2: Add 6 oz crumbled feta cheese and 1/4 cup pitted Kalamata olives to the vegetables.
- Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until well combined.
- Step 4: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat all components evenly. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Greek Salad with Feta take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Greek Salad with Feta?
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, diced cucumbers from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Greek Salad with Feta?
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 Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Greek Salad with Feta 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 Refreshing Cucumber and Tomato Greek Salad with Feta 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.
