Refreshing Cucumber, Feta, and Dill Salad

This refreshing salad is the perfect way to cool down on a hot day. The cucumber is crisp and refreshing, the feta cheese is salty and tangy, and the dill adds a bright, herbaceous flavor. The tahini dressing is creamy and flavorful, and it brings all the ingredients together perfectly.

I first had this salad at a restaurant in Greece. I was immediately hooked on the combination of flavors and textures. I've been making it at home ever since, and it's always a hit with my friends and family.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 English cucumber, sliced into thin rounds
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons tahini
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, feta cheese, and dill.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss to coat.
4. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Why It Works

• The cucumber is sliced into thin rounds, which makes it easy to eat and allows the dressing to coat it evenly.
• The feta cheese is crumbled, which gives it a more delicate flavor and texture.
• The dill is chopped fresh, which gives it a bright, herbaceous flavor.
• The tahini dressing is made with tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. The tahini gives the dressing a creamy texture, the lemon juice adds a bright acidity, the olive oil adds a rich flavor, the garlic adds a savory note, and the salt and pepper balance out the flavors.
• The salad is served immediately or chilled for later. If you chill the salad, the flavors will have a chance to meld together and the salad will be even more delicious.