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Easy No-Knife Cucumber Tomato Feta Salad

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A quick, fresh, and satisfying salad made by tearing cucumbers and tomatoes by hand, tossed with feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a simple olive oil dressing. Perfect for busy days or no-fuss meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large English cucumber or 2 small, torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or torn in half if large
  • 4 ounces (about 115 grams) feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 small clove garlic, minced (optional)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the cucumber and tomatoes under cold water. Tear the cucumber into bite-sized pieces by hand—no knife needed! For tomatoes, halve the smaller ones or tear larger ones gently to keep their juicy texture.
  2. Gently tear the fresh basil and mint leaves into smaller pieces with your fingers. Set aside.
  3. In a small bowl or jar, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic. Whisk or shake vigorously until emulsified. Add salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Add the torn cucumber, tomatoes, and herbs to a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the top. Use salad servers or clean hands to toss everything gently but thoroughly, ensuring the dressing coats every piece.
  5. Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad. Give it one last gentle toss to distribute the cheese without breaking it apart too much.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed.

Notes

Use fresh, firm vegetables for best texture. Tear vegetables by hand to release natural juices and keep a rustic feel. Add dressing just before serving to keep salad crisp. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours, keeping feta separate if possible. Reheating is not recommended.

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Keywords: cucumber salad, tomato salad, feta salad, no knife salad, quick salad, fresh salad, easy salad, healthy salad, vegetarian salad, gluten-free salad

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