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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes - Salads

    By Carol Published: May 2, 2015 Modified: Nov 27, 2021 | This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure.

    Greek Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad

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    5 from 5 votes
    30 minutes
    Cucumber, Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt - Mint Dressing and Feta Cheese

    Greek Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt Mint Dressing and Feta Cheese is the perfect side dish for grilled meat, poultry or fish.  Enjoy it on it's own or pop it in a pita and you've got a great lunch!

    Photo of Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt Mint Dressing and Feta Cheese in light green bowl with serving spoon.

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    The inspiration behind this recipe:

    I spent the better part of today chopping, digging and pruning herbs that have gotten away from me because now I'm more interested in blogging than doing anything else.

    It was tough chopping and pruning back what one sometimes has to pay $3 for at the market for a tiny sprig in the winter.  However, I kept in mind I was doing it for their (and my) own good.  If you let herbs flower and go to seed, they're done.  Keep them trimmed and you'll have full-flavored herbalicious goodness all season long!

    As I was chopping away at all the herbs, the mint especially broke my heart and I was determined to do something with it besides fuel our compost pile.

    Photo of fresh mint.

    Hence, this Greek Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt Mint Dressing and Feta Cheese was born.

    Greek tzatziki sauce with cucumber, mint and yogurt is one of my favorites for numerous uses like sandwiches and dips.  Love Greek yogurt and always have it on hand, so why not add tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese and make it a salad?

    Going to be making this salad A LOT this summer!

    This cucumber tomato salad is the only thing grilled meats, poultry and fish needs on the side.  However, it does not keep well as the cucumbers, tomatoes and yogurt begin to weep and separate after about 30 minutes.  So, get things chopped, mix up the dressing and then combine just before serving.

    Enjoy!

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    Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt Mint Dressing and Feta Cheese - Hero shot of salad in pale green bowl with silver serving spoon

    Greek Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad

    5 from 5 votes
    By: Carol | From A Chef's Kitchen
    Cucumber Tomato and Red Onion Salad with Yogurt Mint Dressing and Feta Cheese is the perfect side dish for grilled meat, poultry or fish.  Enjoy it on it’s own or pop it in a pita and you’ve got a great lunch!
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    Prep Time 30 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Side Dishes - Salads
    Cuisine Greek
    Servings 4
    Calories 115 kcal

    Equipment

    • Wusthof Chef Knife
    • Cutting Board
    • Measuring Cups and Spoons
    • Glass Mixing Bowls

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 large English cucumbers - quartered lengthwise, seeded and sliced into ½-inch pieces
    • 3 medium tomatoes - seeded and chopped
    • ½ medium red onion - chopped
    • ¾ cup Greek yogurt - fat-free, low-fat or regular
    • 3 large cloves garlic - coarsely chopped
    • ½ large lemon - juiced (2-3 tablespoons)
    • ½ cup mint leaves - loosely packed plus more sliced leaves for garnish
    • Salt and freshly ground black pepper - to taste
    • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese

    Instructions
     

    • Combine chopped cucumber, tomatoes and red onion in a bowl. Set aside.
    • Combine yogurt, garlic, lemon, mint, and salt and black pepper in a mini food processor or blender. Process until smooth.
    • Pour over vegetables, add feta cheese and toss.
    • Garnish with thinly sliced mint leaves and serve immediately.

    Notes

    TO MAKE AHEAD: Chop vegetables and make dressing up to an hour ahead; refrigerate. Just before serving, combine and serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1 | Calories: 115kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 232mg | Potassium: 470mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 1170IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 178mg | Iron: 1mg

    These are estimated values generated from a nutritional database using unbranded products. Please do your own research with the products you're using if you have a serious health issue or are following a specific diet.

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    Comments

    1. Brandon @ Kitchen Konfidence says

      June 22, 2015 at 9:20 am

      Loving all the fresh flavors here. I'm sure they just jump right out of that bowl!

      Reply
    2. Matt @ Plating Pixels says

      June 22, 2015 at 1:49 am

      Looks so fresh and healthy! Would be perfect for summer.

      Reply
    3. Cynthia/what a girl eats says

      June 21, 2015 at 6:17 pm

      One of my favorite salads in the summer, especially since I grow my own tomatoes, cucumbers and mint! Part Greek salad, part middle eastern! Your pictures are lovely!

      Reply
    4. fabiola@notjustbaked says

      June 19, 2015 at 7:06 pm

      This looks so fresh and great for a BBQ I'm having tomorrow!

      Reply
    5. Susan says

      June 18, 2015 at 5:23 pm

      Salads like this are my go-to during the summer! They are easy, fresh and delicious! Now I need to add in some yogurt next time around!

      Reply
    6. Megan Keno says

      June 18, 2015 at 12:23 am

      So colorful! Can't wait to try this one.

      Reply
    7. Bonnie says

      May 31, 2015 at 11:32 pm

      This looks delicious! It was so fun meeting your at Indulge PDX Conference. Your site is beautiful!

      Reply
      • Carol says

        June 01, 2015 at 7:47 am

        Thanks, Bonnie! Great meeting you, too!

        Reply
    8. Joe says

      May 04, 2015 at 9:35 pm

      This salad looks great Carol. Got to try it!

      Reply
      • Carol says

        May 05, 2015 at 6:13 am

        Thanks, Joe! Do let me know how you liked it.

        Reply
    9. Ohmydish says

      May 04, 2015 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      Hi Carol! Do you think I can substitute the cucumber with avocado? Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe

      Reply
      • Carol says

        May 04, 2015 at 6:36 pm

        I think you could, but it would lack texture and "crunch." Thanks for your question!

        Reply
    10. Ohmydish says

      May 04, 2015 at 9:20 am

      5 stars
      Hi Carol! Do you think I can substitute the cucumber with avocado? Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe

      Reply
    11. Kirsten says

      May 03, 2015 at 7:11 pm

      Carol,
      I've got my mint penned in between the house and the driveway, and so far it's staying contained. I was delighted to see the first shoots a couple of weeks ago, and now there's enough for a harvest.
      This salad looks lovely--just the ticket for summer.

      Thanks!

      Reply
      • Carol says

        May 04, 2015 at 6:38 pm

        Kirsten, Great idea! We have a lot of trees on our lot so we beg and steal any sunshine possible for our herb and vegetable gardens.

        Reply
    12. Elizabeth says

      May 03, 2015 at 7:16 am

      5 stars
      Love this simple, elegant side dish for barbecues this summer, Carol. As always, your photographs are lovely. Pinned!

      Reply
    13. Elizabeth says

      May 03, 2015 at 7:16 am

      5 stars
      Love this simple, elegant side dish for barbecues this summer, Carol. As always, your photographs are lovely. Pinned!

      Reply

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