Easy Egyptian Feta Salad

Bright, refreshing, and full of Mediterranean flair, this Easy Egyptian Feta Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients. Featuring crispy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, sweet red onion, and creamy crumbled feta cheese, this 15-minute recipe is elevated with the bold flavors of ground cumin, fresh parsley, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Optional kalamata olives add a briny touch for an extra layer of flavor. Perfect as a light side dish or a stand-alone snack, this no-cook salad is as versatile as it is delicious. Packed with authentic Egyptian-inspired flavors, it's an effortless way to add a burst of nourishment to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 large cucumber
• 2 medium tomato
• 1 small red onion
• 150 grams feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 10 whole kalamata olives (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley.

Step 2

Cut the cucumber into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Dice the tomatoes into similar-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add it to the vegetables.

Step 5

Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and add it to the salad.

Step 6

Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the salad.

Step 7

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 9

If using kalamata olives, pit them and add them as a garnish on top.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1005.3 grams (1005.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	923

Total Fat 67.70g	87%
Saturated Fat 24.90g	124%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.20g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 5679mg	247%
Total Carbohydrate 58.40g	21%
Dietary Fiber 7.70g	28%
Total Sugars 32.40g
Protein 28.60g	57%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 904mg	70%
Iron 5mg	29%
Potassium 1399mg	30%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.6%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 24.4%