Feta Cheese and Tomato Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Feta Cheese and Tomato Salad is the perfect quick and easy dish for any occasion. Juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion come together in a harmonious blend of textures and tastes, all drizzled with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing. Finished with aromatic fresh basil, this no-cook salad is ready in just 15 minutes and adds a vibrant touch to any meal. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch, a light dinner, or a standout side dish, this salad is a simple yet elegant way to celebrate fresh, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for warm summer days or year-round cravings for Mediterranean goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 300 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 150 grams Feta cheese
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves

Directions

Step 1

Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Cut the feta cheese into small cubes and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber, slice it in half lengthwise, and then into thin half-moons. Add to the bowl.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add the slices to the salad bowl.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly coated.

Step 7

Roughly tear the basil leaves and sprinkle them over the salad before serving.

Step 8

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes for flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	783.6 grams (783.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	875

Total Fat 75.30g	97%
Saturated Fat 26.10g	131%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.00g
Cholesterol 134mg	45%
Sodium 2915mg	127%
Total Carbohydrate 32.50g	12%
Dietary Fiber 6.10g	22%
Total Sugars 14.30g
Protein 26.30g	53%

Vitamin D 24IU	120%
Calcium 834mg	64%
Iron 3mg	17%
Potassium 1236mg	26%

*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: 74.2%

Protein: 11.5%

Carbs: 14.2%