Radish And Cucumber Salad (Print View)

Crisp radishes and cool cucumbers with a tangy citrus dressing. Ready in 15 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
02 - 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
04 - 2 green onions, thinly sliced

→ Dressing

05 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice (or white wine vinegar)
07 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
08 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Step-by-Step Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced radishes, cucumber, dill, and green onions.
02 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well emulsified.
03 - Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
04 - Chill for 10 minutes before serving for best flavor. Serve cold.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The crunch of fresh vegetables against bright tangy dressing wakes up your palate like nothing else
  • It comes together in fifteen minutes but tastes like something from a carefully planned dinner party
  • Perfect for those days when you want something substantial but not heavy
02 -
  • Slicing vegetables consistently thin makes all the difference between a good salad and a great one
  • The ten minute chill time is not optional because it transforms this from good to absolutely perfect
  • This salad needs to be eaten the same day because the cucumbers will release water and get soggy overnight
03 -
  • Pat your vegetables dry after slicing to prevent watery dressing
  • Taste and adjust seasoning after the chill time because flavors settle and might need a little boost