Greek Cucumber Salad is refreshing, flavorful, and a wonderful lightened-up side dish for any meal. It goes together in just minutes and makes an irresistible summer salad for all types of main dishes.

Why Make This Mediterranean Salad Recipe

• Fresh Ingredients and Flavors. This cucumber and tomato salad delivers tons of great flavor and a load of nutrients and antioxidants. And more, it’s hydrating too!
• Versatile Dish. It’s the perfect light side dish to any meal similar to my Spicy Cucumber Salad. It’s the perfect addition to all your favorite summer meals. Feel free to customize it how you like and use up any ingredients you have on hand.
• So Quick. It comes together in about 15 minutes or less!
• Popular Side. This cucumber feta salad is a huge hit every time I make it for friends and family.
• Make Ahead: This cucumber Greek salad is a great meal prep meal, it lasts for a few days in the fridge. You can also make my Lemon Orzo With Feta if you have leftover cucumber.

For more veggie salad recipes you’ve got to try my Beetroot and Feta Salad or Roasted Corn Salad.

Ingredients Needed

• Cucumbers. I love to use Persian cucumbers to make Mediterranean cucumber salad because they make the perfect bite-sized shape. They also have fewer seeds and a super crisp texture. English cucumbers make a great choice as well.
• Olives. I use kalamata olives but you can really use any olive you enjoy best. The kalamata olives add an elevated briny flavor to the tomato cucumber feta salad.
• Chickpeas. These add color, a little fiber, and a more complex texture to the Greek salad. You can leave them out if you want or swap them for another type of white bean.
• Feta. I love to use salty crumbled feta, it adds a creamy delicious flavor. You can use goat cheese as well.
• Red Wine Vinegar. The perfect tangy, sweet addition for a “dressing” to toss this salad in. You can also use apple cider vinegar or white vinegar instead if that’s what you have available.
• Fresh Mint. Adds a unique flavor to my Greek salad dressing. Don’t try to swap it for dried as you will not get the same results. However, you can use fresh parsley, basil or any fresh herb of choice instead if you prefer.
• Tomatoes: I love using cherry or grape tomatoes for their sweet flavor and small size but any tomato works or you can also use red bell pepper instead.

All other ingredients and measurements are listed on the recipe card below.

Recipe Variations

• Vegan. If you’re looking to make this Greek cucumber salad recipe vegan all you need to do is use dairy-free feta crumbles or leave the feta out.
• Add More Protein. Turn this into a heartier salad by adding in some cooked shrimp or chopped chicken.
• Creamy. If you prefer a creamy dressing you can mix in a bit of Greek yogurt into the dressing before adding it to the salad.
• Add a Grain or Pasta: To make this dish heartier you can mix in some cooked quinoa, small pasta, or even rice. You might want to double the dressing when adding a grain to the salad.

How to Make Greek Cucumber Salad

Step One. Chop the tomatoes, dice the onion and olives, and slice the cucumbers. If using a regular-sized cucumber, cut it into halves for bite-sized pieces.

Step Two. Add the oil, vinegar, chopped mint, minced garlic, lemon juice, and seasoning to a medium bowl and mix together with a whisk.

Step Three. Add all the ingredients to a large bowl, drizzle the dressing over the top, and toss well. Add in the feta last and serve immediately.

Expert Tips

• Crunchy Texture: This feta cucumber salad is best with Persian or English cucumbers because they have fewer seeds, a thin peel, and a much crunchier texture.
• Adding the Feta: Add this right before serving as the cheese may get soft the longer it sits in the dressing.
• Storing: Store leftovers of Greek chopped salad in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge. Just be sure to keep it in an airtight container. Do not attempt to freeze it.

Recipe Pairings

Enjoy this cucumber tomato feta salad all summer long! It’s perfect for picnics, summer grilling, potlucks, and so much more!

Salads without lettuce are great with my Turkey Smash Burgers or you can serve with my Pulled Chicken Sandwiches.

This cucumber and feta salad also makes a great side dish to my Teriyaki Chicken Kabobs. Enjoy!

Recipe FAQs

More summer salad recipes

Side Dishes

Fresh Avocado Corn Salad With Black Beans

Lunch

Shaved Brussel Sprout Salad

Appetizers

Burrata Tomato Salad

Salads

Kale Crunch Salad

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