Easy Egyptian Feta Salad

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 13

Easy Egyptian Feta Salad Recipe

by The Chefin Salad

Prep

20 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

130

Sugar

2.9g

Fat

Egyptian Feta Salad is a simple dish that can be enjoyed as a healthy snack or light meal. This salad is typically served during the summer months in Egypt when cucumbers are in season and the weather is hot. The combination of crisp cucumbers, tangy feta cheese, and refreshing mint makes this salad a crowd-pleaser, and it's easy to customize by adding your favorite veggies or herbs.

Instructions

1.	Cut the peeled cucumbers in half lengthwise and remove seeds with a spoon.
2.	Cut the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces and transfer to a colander set over a bowl.
3.	Season the cucumbers with salt, toss lightly, and let drain for 15 minutes.
4.	Roughly chop the fresh mint and crumble feta cheese.
5.	In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice or white wine vinegar, olive oil, and black pepper.
6.	Once the cucumbers have drained for 15 minutes, rinse them under cold water and transfer to a large bowl.
7.	Add chopped scallion, chopped mint, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl with cucumbers and gently toss.
8.	Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss again to combine.

PROS

This easy-to-prepare salad is a great way to incorporate fresh veggies into your diet.

The combination of cucumber, mint, feta cheese, and scallion is refreshing and flavorful.

It can be served as a side dish or as a light meal.

CONS

This salad is low in protein, so it may not be filling enough as a standalone meal.

The feta cheese is high in sodium, so people with high blood pressure should consume it in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Cucumbers are low in calories and high in water content, making them great for hydration.
They also contain antioxidants and can help with digestion.
Mint is known for its soothing effects on the stomach and can help with digestive issues.

	2 large cucumbers , peeled
	salt
	2 tablespoons chopped of fresh mint
	6 ounces feta
	1/4 cup finely chopped scallion
	2 tablespoons lemon juice or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
	1 teaspoon olive oil
	fresh ground black pepper