Cucumber Radish Salad
Cucumber Radish Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer gatherings. This quick and easy salad combines crisp cucumbers and crunchy radishes, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing that elevates the flavors. Bursting with colors and textures, it’s an ideal side for barbecues or a light lunch on its own. Enjoy this delightful salad that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also adds a healthy twist to your meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
- ½ medium red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and radishes under cool water. Slice cucumbers into rounds or half-moons; thinly slice radishes.
- Finely chop the red onion and fresh herbs.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, radishes, onions, and herbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the veggie mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, let chopped veggies sit in salt for 10 minutes before rinsing. Customize by adding diced avocado or crumbled feta cheese for creaminess or switch up the dressing with balsamic vinegar.