Cucumber Radish Salad

By Suzanne Anderson May 18, 2023 25 mins read 77 Views

This Cucumber Radish Salad lets the flavors of celery, radish and mint shine through. The creamy goat cheese adds a special touch.

Photo credits: Andrea Gralow

This refreshing Cucumber Radish salad is a great way to enjoy the summer. Bring it along on a picnic or to a potluck. Serve it with your favorite Grilled Chicken Kabobs and Grilled Salmon Burgers.

This salad can be made in 20 minutes and is full of crisp, cool ingredients. It also has a great balance of spicy flavors. Serve it with Grilled Harissa Chicken if heat is what you like.

The base of this vegetable salad is cucumbers, radishes and celery. Cucumber Radish Salad is a colorful, vibrant summer salad that's flavored with fresh dill, mint, chives, and a simple vinaigrette. Then I add a creamy, tangy goat cheese to the beautiful, colorful, cool and crisp salad.

You've come to the right place if you love fresh flavors and are looking for a Mediterranean Diet-friendly salad recipe!

Table of Contents

Cucumber Radish Salad Ingredients

Vinaigrette
Salad:

How to make Cucumber Radish Salad
Cucumber Radish Salad: What to serve with it
Salads for Summer - Refreshing and Delicious
Cucumber Radish Salad recipe

Cucumber Radish Salad Ingredients

This salad is the gardener's delight! This salad is so full of fresh herbs and vegetables that you will think the summer never ends. You don't have to worry if your thumb isn’t green. You can get the same results by visiting your local grocery store or farmers' market.

For the Vinaigrette :

White wine vinegar and extra-virgin oil form the basis of most vinaigrettes. This is also true for this recipe. My cupboard is always stocked with olive oil. For vinaigrettes and dressings, I prefer a stronger olive oil. My go-to is our Spanish Hojiblanca oil. If you run out of white vinegar, try substituting freshly squeezed lime juice.
Shallots - I love the oniony soft flavor that shallots add to vinaigrettes.
Honey : The honey's sweetness balances out the vinegar's acidity and the peppery notes of the olive oil. I like the rich, deep flavor of our Greek Honey because it has herbal notes. But you can use any honey that you prefer.
SumacThis wonderful spice adds a smokey and slightly sour note to salad. Sumac is great in salad dressings, vinaigrettes and even on chicken.
Kosher Salt This is the original flavour enhancer. Kosher salt is my favorite because it's softer and cleaner. However, you can use just a tiny 1/2 teaspoon of regular table salt.

Salad:

English Cucumber:I like English cucumbers, because they are thin-skinned and have small seeds so I do not need to peel them. If you are using a standard slicing cuke, peel off the skin if the texture is bitter or tough. Slice it lengthwise, scoop out the seeds with a spoon, and then cut it into half-moons.
Radishes - These colorful gems are underappreciated, in my humble opinion. They can be spicy or mild. The radishes that are harvested late in the season, during the summer heat, tend to have a spicy flavor. Radishes picked early in cool weather conditions will have a milder taste.
Celery: Celery provides a delightful extra crunch.
Fresh herbs:Often, fresh herbs are used as a garnish. This is fine, but using larger quantities of Dill, Chives, or Mint will make them taste better.
Goat Cheese (chevre) While many cheeses can be classified as goat cheese, in the US the soft goat cheese that is commonly sold in supermarkets dominates the category. It is tangy, creamy, and soft. You can fry them like this Za'atar goat cheese recipe to eat for a snack, or add them into a bowl Tomato Soup.

How to Make Cucumber Radish Salad

This recipe is easy to follow. Mix the veggies, herbs and vinaigrette together, and then add goat cheese. Here's how you do it!

Prepare the dressing. In an oversized salad bowl, combine shallots with white wine vinegar, sumac, honey and kosher sea salt.
Prepare the salad: Combine celery, cucumber, radishes and dill in a bowl. Toss the ingredients together. Add goat cheese crumbles, freshly cracked black pepper and salt. Serve immediately.

Cucumber Radish Salad: What to serve with it

When it is hot out, this salad will be perfect for a colorful, cool and refreshing meal. This salad is perfect for gardeners who want to make the most of their beautiful produce.

This vegetable salad is delicious as-is, but you can dress it up by adding any of the following ingredients:

Add a can of Great Northern Beans that have been rinsed and drained, and drizzle with Pesto.
Add a can or two of tuna, or some shredded chicken.
Spread Labneh onto a plate. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with a little Aleppo pepper. Then pile on this Cucumber Radish Salad.

Serve this salad with Grilled Chicken thighs, a pitcher Red Sangria, and Frozen Yogurt as dessert. Invite your friends to dinner! You'll be happy you did.

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Cucumber Radish Salad

Salad Course

Mediterranean Cuisine

Prep Time: 20 Minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

Servings

Calories kcal

Author Summer Miller

Ingredients

Dressing:

1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon minced shallots
2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
2 teaspoons honey
1/4 teaspoon sumac
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Salad:

1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
12 radishes, thinly sliced
3 celery stalks, thinly cut
1/4 cup minced dill
1/4 cup minced chives
3 tablespoons chopped mint
4 ounces goat cheese (chevre)

Instructions

Prepare the dressing. In an oversized salad bowl, combine shallots with white wine vinegar, sumac, honey and kosher sea salt.
Mix celery, cucumber, radishes and chives with the dressing in a bowl. Toss the ingredients together. Add goat cheese crumbles, freshly cracked black pepper and salt. Serve immediately.

Notes

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Nutrition

Carbohydrates: 5.5g

The Mediterranean Dish first published the recipe Cucumber Radish Salad.

By: Summer Miller
Title: Cucumber Radish Salad
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Published Date: Thu, 18 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Frequently Asked Questions

What's a typical Mediterranean breakfast?

A Mediterranean breakfast would include a combination protein, healthy oil, and carbohydrates. Options can range from eggs cooked in olive oil with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad, Greek yogurt or cheese served with whole-grain toast, or quinoa porridge topped with fresh fruits, nuts, and seeds. Avocado toast with tomatoes, feta cheese and honey is a great option for breakfast. You can start your day with Mediterranean-inspired proteins like wild-caught fish, grassfed meat, organic eggs, and nuts. Whole grains such as quinoa, oats, and whole grains are good choices. You can also limit the amount of sugar by choosing fresh fruits, avocados, extra virgin olive oils, olives, and coconut oils. For added antioxidants, you might consider adding green tea to your morning breakfast.

Is oatmeal OK on a Mediterranean diet?

Yes, oatmeal may be consumed on the Mediterranean Diet. Oats are whole grains that can provide a good source of dietary fiber and minerals such as iron and magnesium. Oatmeal can be combined with blueberries, nuts and seeds or savory foods like eggs and cheese. Oatmeal can also be used to make healthy breakfasts. It can be added into smoothies, made into protein bar, or eaten in its original form with almondmilk and other toppings for extra nutrition like gojiberries (cinnamon, chia and chia seeds), peanut butter, and cinnamon. Oats are very popular in countries of the Mediterranean basin. Many consider them to be compatible with this type diet.

How can I get started with the Mediterranean diet?

Get started on the Mediterranean diet by stocking up your kitchen with fresh fruits and veggies. You could prepare different vegetables and proteins each week to use in your recipes over the next few days. Quinoa, oat groats, and millet can be substituted for refined grains. Healthy fats, such as olive or sesame, should also be added to meal prep to increase flavor and nutritional value. Finally, seasonings, including garlic, oregano, basil, and turmeric, are all good additions to meals and will help reduce the need for added sugar or salt!

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How to Plan a Week Of Delicious and Nutritious Mediterranean Meals

Adopting a Mediterranean diet is an effective way to improve overall health and quality of life. This nutrient-dense eating plan emphasizes healthy fats, whole grains, legumes, fresh fruits, and vegetables. The benefits of eating this way include better blood cholesterol, improved glucose control as well as reduced risk of developing certain types or cancers.

Following these tips can make it easy to incorporate Mediterranean-inspired foods into your diet: swapping out high-calorie snacks like chips with nutrient-dense vegetable appetizers or other traditional greens or beans dishes; learning how to increase variety with spices or different sources derived from nuts, fruits, and vegetables; integrating more whole grains, legumes, and high fiber items that can enhance satiety after meals; adding moderate amounts of dairy products like yogurt cheese and milk throughout the day for added nutrition; using olive oil as the primary cooking fat instead of traditional oils; occasionally enjoying a glass of red wine to complete the Mediterranean experience.

To plan a week of delicious and nutritious meals that fit within the Mediterranean diet guidelines, begin by focusing on specific components, including proteins such as fatty fish, poultry, or eggs; healthy fats from olive oil nuts or avocadoes; vegetables in prepared vegetables salads dips spreads or soups; starches such as potatoes legumes ancient grains, etc. ; fruits for desserts snacks smoothies, etc. Seasonings herbs, sauces and optional dairy yogurt cheese Kefir. You can mix up the flavors throughout the week to ensure adequate nutrient intake and flavor balance. This is an important element of a Mediterranean-style lifestyle. Combine the meal with regular activity to get even more benefits for your health and body composition.