Cucumber-Feta Salad with Chile and Mint

(from Lucianolinda’s recipe box)

Source: Arkansas Democrat Gazette- Kelly Brant

Categories: Salad- Salad Dressings- Slaw

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups diced cucumber
  • 2 Tbsp. minced celery
  • 1/2 to 1 red chile, seeds and membranes removed, minced (see note)
  • 1 1/2 to 3 finely chopped fresh mint (or your favorite herb)
  • 1 Tbsp. olive oil, or to taste
  • 1 Tbsp. white wine vinegar or champagne vinegar
  • ground black pepper
  • 4 oz. feta cheese, crumbled

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the cucumber, celery, chile, and mint. Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar and season with ground black pepper.
  2. Add cheese and gently stir to combine. Refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
  3. makes about 2 1/2 cups

  4. Note: Substitute 1 or 2 Tbsp. minced red bell pepper for a milder version.

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