Description
A refreshing and quick 10-minute cucumber radish salad featuring thinly sliced vegetables tossed in a zesty lemon and citrus dressing, perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 7-8 medium red radishes
- 1 shallot – peeled
- 2 cloves of garlic – peeled and minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Dressing
- 1/4 cup citrus vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper – to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon zest – optional for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Rinse the radishes and cucumbers thoroughly. If radishes have greens attached, cut them off and save for other uses like salads or soups. Dry the vegetables well. Using a mandolin slicer or sharp knife, thinly slice the cucumbers and radishes. Thinly slice the shallot and chop the garlic. Combine all these in a medium-large bowl along with the chopped fresh dill.
- Mix up the dressing: In a small bowl, combine citrus vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, maple syrup, dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously to emulsify the dressing completely.
- Dress and serve: Pour the prepared lemon dressing over the sliced vegetables and dill. Toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly. Garnish with fresh lemon zest, additional dill, and cracked black pepper if desired. Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature for a delightful, refreshing dish.
Notes
- Use a mandolin slicer for uniformly thin slices to ensure even texture and flavor absorption.
- Substitute citrus vinegar with apple cider vinegar if preferred, keeping the dressing tangy and fresh.
- The lemon zest garnish adds a bright, aromatic note but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a drizzle of chili oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
