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Published: May 24, 2022 · Modified: Jun 18, 2025 by Sara

Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

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This easy Mediterranean Cucumber Salad comes together quickly and has all the fresh flavors of your summer garden.

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I was developing this recipe the same weekend I was planting my garden so I had fresh tomatoes, cucumbers, and herbs on the brain. I knew I wanted to come up with a side dish that could be my go-to once the garden started producing.

Cucumbers are so versatile- I love them with Asian flavor combinations as well, but Mediterranean is my usual go-to. Rich olive oil and tart lemon with all the oregano, basil and mint you can find- You just can't go wrong!

We used these same flavors in some of our other Mediterranean recipes like Yogurt Sauce for Chicken, Greek Shrimp Crostini, Greek Chicken Bowls and Greek Flatbread!

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Substitutions

The recipe calls for seedless English cucumbers and Campari tomatoes, but of course you can use any type of cucumbers and tomatoes you have on hand. I do love the seedless cucumbers, though, because they don't get as watery as the traditional kind as the day goes on.

I also used dried oregano and basil and fresh mint, but you can use fresh or dried versions of any of the herbs. Just remember that dried herbs are a bit stronger than fresh, so adjust accordingly.

I didn't add feta cheese or kalamata olives to my Mediterranean Cucumber Salad, but both would be divine with this combination, so throw them in if you'd like!

If you need some protein to make this a full meal, try this marinated chicken. You could also try it as a side for this Gourmet Grilled Cheese.

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How to Make Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

First, mix up the dressing so the flavors can meld. In a small bowl, combine the lemon zest and juice with olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, basil, and salt.

Then, slice your cucumbers and tomatoes and tear up your fresh mint. Pour the dressing over it all and toss to coat. It's that simple!

If you have leftover tomatoes, you'll want to try this easy Summer Slaw recipe. If you're a cucumber lover like us, you'll want to try this Cucumber Apple Salad.

Can you make this recipe ahead of time?

I wouldn't recommend making this ahead because the juices in both cucumbers and tomatoes will drain out of them when they're sliced making the vegtables soft and diluting the flavors of the dressing.

To make it come together quickly, try just making the dressing ahead of time and then you only need to slice up the veggies and toss!

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Mediterranean Cucumber Salad

Sara
This easy Mediterranean Cucumber Salad comes together quickly and has all the fresh flavors of your summer garden.
4.91 from 11 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine Greek, Mediterranean
Servings 10 servings
Calories 39 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the dressing:

  • 2 T olive oil
  • ½ lemon juiced and zested
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon dried basil
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

For the salad:

  • 6 mini seedless cucumbers
  • 5 small tomatoes like Roma or Campari
  • 3 tablespoon fresh mint torn

Instructions
 

  • Toss dressing ingredients in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and tear the mint into a medium sized bowl. Toss with the dressing and serve immediately.

Notes

Try this recipe with crumbled feta cheese and kalamata olives, too!
If the exact cucumber and tomato varieties aren't available, any type can be substituted. 
 

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 39kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 1gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 61mgPotassium: 144mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 361IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Anita says

    June 02, 2022 at 5:09 pm

    5 stars
    I love how easy and light this dressing is. Perfect for light salads all summer long.

    Reply
  2. Heather says

    June 02, 2022 at 5:19 pm

    5 stars
    I love a tomato cucumber salad, can't wait to try this version with mint and lemon!

    Reply
  3. rebecca says

    June 02, 2022 at 6:04 pm

    5 stars
    Love this flavor combo! it's so easy and tastes like summer

    Reply
  4. Andrea says

    June 02, 2022 at 6:10 pm

    5 stars
    I love a good cucumber salad like this Mediterranean version. It's easy to make and I can eat it as a side or as a snack.

    Reply
  5. Nic says

    June 02, 2022 at 6:12 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious. This mediterranean cucumber salad tastes just like a salad I had while on a boat tour in the Aegean Sea in the Mediterranean. YUM. Thank you!

    Reply
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