Radish and Cucumber Salad

Name: Radish and Cucumber Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: american
Ingredients: 200 g radish (thinly sliced into rounds); 1 pcs cucumber (medium, thinly sliced into half-moons); 0.5 pcs red onion (small, thinly sliced); 2 tbsp dill (fresh, roughly chopped); 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 pinch salt; 1 pinch black pepper (freshly ground)

RATING

4.4/5(78)

TASTE SCORE

7/10

A crisp, refreshing salad that combines thinly sliced radishes and cool cucumbers with a bright lemon-dill dressing. The peppery bite of radish balances beautifully with the mild cucumber, making it a perfect light side for grilled meats or rich main dishes. Ready in just 10 minutes.

PREP

10m

COOK

SERVES

1 CUP

59 cal

SERVINGS

INGREDIENTS

For 4 servings

200 gradish · thinly sliced into rounds1 pcscucumber · medium, thinly sliced into half-moons½ pcsred onion · small, thinly sliced2 tbspdill · fresh, roughly chopped2 tbsplemon juice · freshly squeezed1 tbspolive oil1 pinchsalt1 pinchblack pepper · freshly ground

NUTRITION · PER SERVING

CALORIES · 1 CUP

Protein1g · 7%

Carbs6g · 41%

Fat4g · 61%

Fiber1g

Sugar3g

Saturated fat1g

Cholesterol0mg

Sodium58mg

Potassium257mg

Phosphorus34mg

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METHOD · 4 STEPS

prep
Slice the vegetables.
1.Trim and thinly slice the radishes into rounds.
2.Halve the cucumber lengthwise and slice into thin half-moons.
3.Thinly slice the red onion into rings.
mix
Make the dressing.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
mix · ~5 min
Toss the salad and rest briefly.
In a large bowl, combine the sliced radish, cucumber, and red onion. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with fresh dill and let rest for 5 minutes so the flavors meld.
TIPA short rest softens the raw onion bite and lets the lemon brighten the radish.
serve
Toss once more and serve.
Give the salad a final gentle toss to redistribute the dressing and serve immediately at room temperature or chilled.

PRO TIPS

What to keep in mind.

5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.

1
Use a mandoline to slice radishes and cucumber paper-thin for the most delicate texture.
2
Salt the sliced cucumber lightly and let it sit 5 minutes, then pat dry to prevent a watery salad.
3
Let the dressed salad rest exactly 5 minutes — any longer and the cucumbers will release too much water.
4
For the brightest flavor, use freshly squeezed lemon juice, not bottled.
5
Make ahead by prepping vegetables and dressing separately; combine just before serving to keep the crunch.

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