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    Cucumber Radish Salad with Fresh Herbs

    Published: May 6, 2021 · by Veronika Sykorova · This post may contain affiliate links · 15 Comments

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    Cucumber Radish Salad in a shallow bowl with a black fork. On a light pink tile background. A bunch of fresh dill on the left side of the plate and the lemon vinaigrette on the right side of it.

    Cucumber Radish Salad with Fresh Herbs and simple olive oil and lemon vinaigrette. This salad is vegan and delicious as a light side or a great addition to a heartier salad!

    Cucumber Radish Salad in a shallow bowl on a light pink tile background. A bunch of fresh dill on the left side of the plate and the lemon vinaigrette on the right side of it.

    Why you'll love this salad

    This cucumber radish salad is the perfect light side dish for the spring and summer months. You can serve it with anything from the grill, pasta, sandwiches (like this Halloumi Sandwich), or eat it for breakfast or a quick lunch with eggs and avocado toast.

    It can also be enjoyed on its own on those scorching hot days when all you're craving is a big bowl of refreshing salad!

    The lemon vinaigrette really brings all the flavors together and upgrades the salad from good to amazing. It also tames the spiciness of the radishes. You can get creative with it and use lime instead of lemon and add some coriander for herbs to give this salad a different flavor!

    A close up of chopped radishes and cucumber.

    What herbs work the best in this salad?

    I really like the combination of fresh dill and mint in this salad. They go really well with all the other flavors.

    Besides those, flat-leaf parsley, lemon thyme, oregano, or even coriander (if you're a fan) are great options! Always use fresh herbs whenever possible.

    All ingredients for the cucumber radish salad in a white bowl. Chopped radishes, cucumnber, and fresh herbs. Lemon vinaigrette in a glass in the top right corner of the frame. Light pink tile table.

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    What are radishes?

    Have you ever had radishes before? They're awesome and I'm sure you'll love them!

    Radish is a root vegetable that's usually eaten raw in salads. It's crunchy and usually pungent. Depending on the kind it can be very mild or very spicy. They're usually available from spring until fall.

    The best way to store radishes is with the greens removed, in a ziplock or produce bag in the fridge, ideally in the drawer. You can place a damp paper towel on the bottom of the bag to keep the radishes moist. They should keep for up to two weeks this way.

    More ideas on how to eat radishes:

    • dipped in hummus
    • thinly sliced on avocado toast
    • with sandwiches
    • roasted
    A close up of chopped cucumber and radishes with fresh dill and lemon vinaigrette.

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    • Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette
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    • Charred Corn and Zucchini Salad with Pecorino
    • Quinoa Salad with Pomegranate Seeds and Lemon Dressing
    Cucumber Radish Salad in a shallow bowl with a black fork. On a light pink tile background. A bunch of fresh dill on the left side of the plate and the lemon vinaigrette on the right side of it.
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    Cucumber Radish Salad in a shallow bowl on a light pink tile background. A bunch of fresh dill on the left side of the plate and the lemon vinaigrette on the right side of it.

    Cucumber Radish Salad with Fresh Herbs

    5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star 5 from 7 reviews
    • Author: Veronika | thehealthfulideas
    • Prep Time: 10 mins
    • Total Time: 10 minutes
    • Yield: 2-4 1x
    • Category: Salad
    • Method: Tossing
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    Delicious radish salad with fresh herbs, perfect for spring and summer! 


    Ingredients

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    • 1 large cucumber, diced
    • 1-2 cups quartered radishes
    • 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh dill
    • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
    • ¼ tsp garlic powder (optional)
    • Sea salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    1. In a large bowl toss together the cucumber, radishes, dill, and mint.
    2. To make the vinaigrette, into a small glass or a jar, add the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder if using, sea salt, and pepper.
    3. Stir or cover with a lid and shake until emulsified.
    4. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss. Enjoy on its own or with a choice of protein.

    Notes

    Storing: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2-3 days, preferably with the dressing on the side. 

    Dill and mint substitutes: flat-leaf parsley, lemon thyme, oregano, or even coriander are great options.

    The nutritional information is just an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information is not guaranteed.

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    Comments

    1. Nina says

      May 10, 2021 at 5:46 pm

      I just bought a big thing of mini cucumbers so this recipe is a great way to use them before the go bad! I love all the color in this salad too!

      Reply
    2. stacey brenner says

      May 11, 2021 at 9:31 am

      love this recipe! I never thought about incorporating radishes and this makes it look so tasty! Definitely going to try it!

      Reply
    3. Christie says

      May 11, 2021 at 3:33 pm

      You are making me hungry! this salad looks so amazing!

      Reply
    4. Tiffany says

      May 12, 2021 at 6:50 am

      What a colorful salad!! Perfect for Summer!!

      Reply
    5. angela says

      May 12, 2021 at 6:10 pm

      wow love this salad recipe! I definitely gonna add this recipe to my dinner! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    6. Heather says

      May 12, 2021 at 10:40 pm

      I definitely would love to try this. I bet the radish and the cucumber go perfectly together.

      Reply
    7. Eileen M Loya says

      May 13, 2021 at 8:39 am

      I love a fresh salad like this. Perfect for lunch on a hot summer's day! I love cucumbers and this is a must make salad for me.

      Reply
    8. Mary K Stallings says

      May 13, 2021 at 9:44 am

      Such a light and easy salad! Looks so good!

      Reply
    9. Gervin Khan says

      May 13, 2021 at 9:53 am

      I have never tried using cucumber and radish in one salad recipe, but it looks so good. I am so excited to make this for everyone. Thank you!

      Reply
    10. Nkem says

      May 13, 2021 at 11:24 am

      Looks super fresh and delicious. Especially during the summer!

      Reply
    11. Anosa Malanga says

      May 13, 2021 at 1:36 pm

      I love the colors and I think I would love to try making this dish too. I need to take note of the recipe. Thank you for sharing it.

      Reply
    12. Emily Fata says

      May 13, 2021 at 2:10 pm

      Oh my goodness, this recipe looks like it would taste so, so good! I'll have to give it a try myself.

      Reply
    13. Bryan Carey says

      May 13, 2021 at 2:12 pm

      I like everything I see on the ingredient list. Added mint I bet makes it even better!

      Reply
    14. Julie Cao says

      May 13, 2021 at 5:12 pm

      I love having cucumbers and radish in the summer. This salad looks great for summer meals.

      Reply
    15. Emman Damian says

      May 14, 2021 at 6:07 am

      Cucumber Radish Salad with Fresh Herbs and simple olive oil sounds so easy to do. I hope I can make it tonight. So tasty and yummy!

      Reply

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