Ingredients and Weight:
- Cucumber: 2 large, peeled and sliced (about 300g)
- Fresh basil leaves: 1 cup (about 20g)
- Red onion: 1 small, thinly sliced (about 50g)
- Feta cheese: 100g, crumbled
- Kalamata olives: 50g, pitted and halved
- Extra virgin olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Salt and pepper: to taste
- Fresh lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: None (raw ingredients)
Difficulty Level: Level 2 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Prepare the cucumber by peeling the skin and slicing it into rounds. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine the fresh basil leaves, red onion slices, crumbled feta cheese, and kalamata olives.
- Add the cucumber slices to the bowl, along with the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients without crushing the cucumber slices.
- Serve immediately or chill for later consumption.
Nutritional Information:
(Please note that these are estimated values and may vary slightly depending on the actual weights of the ingredients used.)
- Calories: Approximately 300 per serving (based on the given ingredients)
- Fat: 22g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Protein: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
Dish Characteristics:
- Refreshing and light salad with a combination of flavors from cucumber, basil, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- The combination of salty feta cheese and briny kalamata olives creates a unique taste experience.
- Ideal as a starter or side dish for any meal.
User Comments:
- "This salad is amazing! The combination of flavors is so refreshing and the basil gives it a great aroma." - John Doe, New York
- "I love how simple yet tasty this salad is. It's perfect for summer." - Jane Smith, California
- "The addition of kalamata olives was a great choice. It gives the salad a unique flavor that I really enjoy." - Michael Johnson, Texas
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Use fresh cucumber for best results. If not available, frozen cucumber can be used as a substitute.
- The salad can be served immediately or chilled for later consumption, but it's best to serve it within 2 hours of preparation to maintain freshness.
