Watermelon Radish and Cucumber Salad
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Watermelon Radish and Cucumber Salad
Description
Watermelon Radish and Cucumber Salad combines the crisp, firm texture of very thinly sliced watermelon radishes and cucumber with fresh microgreens. The black lava salt adds a subtle mineral depth, while the lemon-flavored vinaigrette provides a bright acidity to complement the earthy radish and cool cucumber. The salad's assembly by alternating slices creates an attractive presentation that further highlights the radishes’ pale pink to green gradation.
The use of a mandoline to achieve thin, uniform slices contributes to the salad's delicate texture and visual appeal. This juxtaposition of crisp textures with the juicy radish and cucumber slices is balanced by the fresh, slightly bitter microgreens and a light sprinkle of salt. The lemon vinaigrette's acidity acts as a bright contrast, rounding out the flavors without overpowering the fresh ingredients.
Serve this salad as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish alongside grilled meats or seafood. It would complement meals where a crisp, tangy counterpoint is desired to richer or heavier mains.
Ingredients
- 4 watermelon radish
- 1 cucumber large
- 1 1/2 cups microgreens
- 1 tsp black lava salt
- 1/2 vinaigrette lemon flavored
Instructions
- Use a mandoline to slice very thin slices of the watermelon radishes and cucumber.
- Plate the salads by alternating slices or radish, cucumber and small handfuls of microgreens. Sprinkle the black lava salt on top.
- Make the lemon vinaigrette and drizzle on top of the salad.
Notes
- Use a mandoline to achieve very thin, even slices of watermelon radish and cucumber for better texture and appearance.
- For a creamier alternative, consider substituting the lemon vinaigrette with a lemon tahini dressing.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 754 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 75.4kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4.8g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.7g | 1% |
| Fat | 6.1g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.9g | 5% |
| Sodium | 520.5mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 1.4g | 6% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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