Cucumber Radish Salad
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
1527 kcal
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Course
Salad
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Cucumber Radish Salad
Description
This salad blends thinly sliced cucumber, radishes, and celery for a crunchy, refreshing base, enhanced by a mix of fresh dill, chives, and mint that add herbaceous notes. The dressing consists of extra-virgin olive oil, minced shallots, white wine vinegar, honey for a touch of sweetness, and sumac, which imparts a lemony tartness characteristic of Middle Eastern cuisine. Kosher salt balances the flavors. Tossing the vegetables in the dressing ensures even coating and flavor distribution.
Crumbled goat cheese is scattered on top before serving to introduce a creamy, tangy contrast to the crisp, vibrant salad components. Freshly cracked pepper and a pinch of salt can be added to taste. This salad is ideal as a light side dish or appetizer, offering a blend of fresh textures and balanced acidity.
Because of the fresh vegetables and delicate dressing, this salad is best served immediately to maintain its crispness and freshness.
Ingredients
Make the dressing:
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon shallot minced
- 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/4 teaspoon sumac
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
For the Salad:
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced, large English
- 12 radish thinly sliced
- 3 celery thinly sliced, stalks
- 1/4 cup dill minced
- 1/4 cup chive minced
- 3 tablespoons mint chopped
- 4 ounces goat cheese (chèvre)
Instructions
- Make the dressing: In a salad bowl, combine olive oil, shallots, white wine vinegar, honey, sumac and kosher salt.
- Make the salad: Combine cucumber, radishes, celery, dill, chives, mint in the bowl with the dressing. Toss to combine. Top with crumbled goat cheese, freshly cracked pepper, and a sprinkle of salt. Serve immediately.
Notes
- The salad is best served immediately after tossing to preserve the crisp texture of the vegetables.
- Fresh herbs like dill, chives, and mint contribute distinctive flavors and should be finely minced for even distribution.
- Sumac adds a characteristic tart note; if unavailable, a light squeeze of lemon juice can be a mild substitute.
- Goat cheese adds creaminess and tang; crumble just before serving to keep it fresh.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1527 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 152.7kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.5g | 2% |
| Protein | 4.3g | 9% |
| Fat | 13.1g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7.5g | 38% |
| Cholesterol | 8.7mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 286.1mg | 12% |
| Potassium | 190.2mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3.5g | 7% |
| Vitamin A | 668.1IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 6.8mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 57.2mg | 6% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 5% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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