Cucumber, Onion & Bell Pepper Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette and Feta

Celebrate the flavors

When you need something fresh, crisp, and genuinely satisfying this cucumber, onion, and bell pepper salad delivers every time. It’s light yet flavorful, crunchy yet balanced, and versatile enough to serve as a quick weekday side dish, a BBQ staple, or a refreshing meal-prep salad that holds up beautifully in the fridge.

Inspired by classic Mediterranean vegetable salads and modern clean-eating bowls, this recipe combines cool cucumber, sweet bell pepper, sharp onion, and creamy feta, all brought together with a bright lemon olive oil vinaigrette. It’s naturally gluten-free, customizable for vegan or dairy free diets, and simple enough to prepare in under 15 minutes.

This salad is especially popular for those searching for:

• a healthy cucumber pepper salad for weight loss

• a cucumber bell pepper salad with feta

• or an easy summer cucumber salad with herbs and lemon

Whether you’re serving it alongside grilled protein, packing it for lunch, or bringing it to a potluck, this cucumber pepper salad checks all the boxes: refreshing, nutritious, and endlessly adaptable.

Recipe at a Glance

·       Prep Time: 15 minutes

·       Cook Time: 0 minutes

·       Total Time: 15 minutes

·       Servings: 2

·       Calories: 190 per serving

·       Protein: 4g per serving

Why You’ll Love This cucumber salad recipe

• There are so many reasons this salad becomes a repeat favorite:

• Crisp & refreshing: Perfect for hot weather when heavy meals feel like too much

• Simple ingredients: Everything is easy to find and budget-friendly

• Naturally healthy: Low-calorie, fiber-rich, and full of hydration-boosting veggies

• Meal-prep friendly: Holds its crunch when prepared properly

• Versatile: Works as a side dish, topping, or light lunch base

• Customizable: Easy to adapt into vegan, dairy-free, or higher-protein version

Ingredients

• 1 cucumber, sliced into small cubes

• ½ bell pepper, cut into small cubes (red, yellow, or orange work best)

• ½ onion, finely diced

• ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled

• 50 ml olive oil (extra virgin preferred)

• 1 oz fresh lemon juice

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Start by washing and thoroughly drying all vegetables. Moisture is the enemy of a crisp cucumber salad, so take the extra minute to pat everything dry.

2. Dice the cucumber into evenly sized cubes.

3. Cut the bell pepper into small cubes.

4. Finely dice the onion and chopped onion.

5. Put the chopped vegetables in a large bowl .

6. Add salt, pepper, olive oil and lemon juice, then mix well.

7. Sprinkle the feta cheese over the top and gently fold it in. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition

·       Calories: 190

·       Protein: 4g

·       Fiber: 4g

Tips & Customizations

• Omit feta or replace with dairy-free feta or avocado.

• Add fresh dill, parsley, or mint for a bright, summery flavor.

• Fold in diced avocado just before serving for healthy fats.

• Add red pepper flakes, chili oil, or diced jalapeño.

• Sunflower seeds or slivered almonds add crunch and protein.

Meal Prep & Storage

• Salt lightly just before serving

• Store dressing separately for longer storage

• Use airtight containers

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I make this salad without red onion? 
A: Yes! You can omit the red onion or substitute with green onion or shallots.

Q: Is this salad low calorie? 
A: Yes, with just ~190 calories per serving, it’s a great light option packed with flavor.

Q: Can I make this without oil? 
A: Yes. You can substitute olive oil with a light splash of vinegar and lemon juice, but the flavor will be lighter.

Q: Is this salad good for weight loss? 
A: Yes. It’s low-calorie, high in volume, and very filling.

Final Thoughts

This cucumber, onion, and bell pepper salad proves that simple ingredients can still create bold, refreshing flavor. It’s the kind of recipe you’ll come back to whether you’re feeding a crowd, meal prepping for the week, or just craving something light and satisfying.

Fresh, crisp, and endlessly adaptable, this salad belongs in every recipe rotation.

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