Feta and mint dressing for salad with fresh cucumbers

1 serving

15 minutes

Feta dressing with mint is a refined addition to fresh salads that brings Mediterranean flavors. This sauce combines creamy salty feta, creamy Greek yogurt, and spicy garlic to create a rich texture and deep flavor. Olive oil adds smoothness while fresh mint provides a refreshing aroma. The dressing is perfect for salads with crispy leaves and juicy cucumbers, highlighting their natural freshness. This combination of ingredients was popular in ancient Greek cuisine where feta was used as a base for savory sauces. This sauce is especially good for summer dishes when lightness and vibrant flavor are desired. It is recommended to store the dressing in a glass jar for no more than a day to preserve its freshness and rich aroma.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 968.3
• Proteins: 26.9g
• Fats: 89.4g
• Carbohydrates: 11.5g

Ingredients

• Feta cheese: 100 g
• Greek yogurt: 170 g
• Mint: 3 sprig
• Olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Garlic: 2 clove

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Put feta (brine cheese) in the blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Feta cheese: 100 g

3. Put Greek yogurt in the blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Greek yogurt: 170 g

4. Add garlic to the blender as well.

   Required ingredients:

   • Garlic: 2 cloves

5. Add olive oil.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 3 tablespoons

6. Tear the mint leaves from the branch and add them to the blender.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mint: 3 sprigs

7. Blend the sauce until it reaches a paste consistency.

8. Try the dressing and add salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

9. Serve dressing with fresh cucumber salad and any crispy salad leaves: iceberg, lettuce, etc.

10. Pour the leftover feta brine into a jar and store it in the fridge for no more than a day.