Tangy Cucumber and Radish Salad with Dill
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
116 kcal
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Cuisine
American, Scandinavian
Tangy Cucumber and Radish Salad with Dill
Description
The Tangy Cucumber and Radish Salad with Dill features thin slices of cucumber and radish coated with a dressing whisked from red wine vinegar, olive oil, and sugar until dissolved. Fresh diced dill is added to provide herbal depth. Seasoning with salt and black pepper completes the flavor profile.
Using a mandoline slicer results in uniform, thin vegetable slices that hold the dressing well and create a delicate texture. The salad presents a blend of cool, crisp vegetables with a mildly acidic and slightly sweet tang from the dressing, complemented by fresh dill’s aromatic notes.
This salad is best served immediately to retain the crispness of the vegetables and the brightness of the dressing. It can accompany grilled dishes, light lunches, or serve as a palate cleanser between heavier courses.
Variations include swapping dill for mint or using an English cucumber to reduce water content. For a paleo version, substitute honey for sugar.
Ingredients
- 1 cucumber thinly sliced, large
- 5-7 radish thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons dill chopped, fresh
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- kosher salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk together the red wine vinegar (3 tablespoons), olive oil (3 tablespoons, and sugar (1 tablespoon) in a the bottom of a large bowl until sugar is fully dissolved.
- Add the cucumbers, radishes, and dill on top of the dressing.
- Stir to coat the dressing on all the veggies.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. It's best served immediately.
Notes
- Using a mandoline slicer yields uniform, thin slices quickly and saves prep time.
- English cucumbers can be used to reduce excess water and prevent watery salad.
- Fresh mint can be substituted for dill to vary the flavor profile.
- Replace sugar with honey to make the salad paleo compliant.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 116 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 116kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 114mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 69IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 3mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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