Cucumber Radish Salad
Crisp and refreshing, this Cucumber Radish Salad is the perfect summer side dish that bursts with flavor. Combining juicy cucumbers and crunchy radishes in a zesty lemon dressing creates a delightful experience for your taste buds. This easy-to-make salad only takes minutes to prepare, making it ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a vibrant accompaniment to any meal. Impress your guests with this colorful and nutritious dish that’s sure to become a favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups fresh cucumbers, sliced
- 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 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 all vegetables under cold water. Peel cucumbers if desired and slice them into thin rounds.
- Trim tops and tails from radishes, then slice them thinly.
- Halve the red onion and slice one half thinly.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, radishes, and onions; toss gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Pour over the vegetable mixture and toss until well coated.
- Add fresh herbs on top and give it one last gentle toss before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, let the salad sit for about 15 minutes before serving. Customize with ingredients like cherry tomatoes or avocado for extra nutrition. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.