Spicy smashed cucumber with feta
A crunchy, spicy side dish to elevate your summer BBQ
Serves
4
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
0 mins
This spicy smashed cucumber with feta salad is the kind of side dish that wakes up any meal. Crisp cucumber gets a fun makeover - lightly smashed to soak up a punchy dressing of soy, vinegar, honey, garlic, and chili. The result? A perfect mix of cool crunch and gentle heat, balanced with the creamy saltiness of feta and a sprinkle of fresh coriander.
Ready in just minutes and full of bold flavour, it’s a refreshing side that pairs beautifully with any grilled beef or lamb. Quick, colourful, and full of personality, this salad proves that easy can still be exciting!
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1 large cucumber
chopped into quartersA handful fresh coriander
⅓ cup salt-reduced feta cheese
1 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp rice vinegar
1 tsp honey
2 garlic cloves
minced1 tsp chilli flakes
pepper
to taste
Method
Using a rolling pin or blade of a chopping knife, press onto cucumber until it smashes into smaller pieces.
In a small bowl, combine dressing ingredients and mix well.
Place cucumber into a serving bowl, cover with feta, coriander and dressing.
Serve fresh.
