Cucumber salad with radish, mint and feta

4 servings

15 minutes

Cucumber salad with radish, mint, and feta is a fresh, light, and refreshing take on traditional Russian salads. Its roots lie in rural cuisine, where simplicity and natural ingredients were always valued. Crunchy cucumbers and radishes provide texture, mint adds a refined freshness, and feta brings a creamy salty note. The light acidity of vinegar and the aroma of olive oil balance the flavor. This salad is perfect for a summer lunch, picnic, or as a side dish to meat and fish dishes. Its simplicity in preparation and harmony of flavors make it a versatile choice for any occasion.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 117.9
• Proteins: 6.8g
• Fats: 7.4g
• Carbohydrates: 5.7g

Ingredients

• English cucumbers: 500 g
• Red onion: 0.3 head
• Radish: 3 pc
• Mint leaves: 10 pc
• Vinegar: to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Feta cheese: 120 g
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds, the radishes into thin rounds as well, and the onion into small pieces. Transfer to a bowl.

   Required ingredients:

   • English cucumbers: 500 g
   • Red onion: 0.3 head
   • Radish: 3 pieces

2. Add chopped mint leaves, a bit of vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mint leaves: 10 pieces
   • Vinegar:  to taste
   • Extra virgin olive oil:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Sprinkle with feta before serving and serve immediately.

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 120 g