Cucumber Radish Salad Recipe
This Cucumber Radish Salad is amazing. It's crunchy and creamy, perfect for summer. You'll only need a few ingredients, and it's super quick to make. We use fresh cucumbers, radishes, and celery for the base. Then, we add fresh herbs like dill, chives, and mint, plus a simple dressing to make it taste like summer. Finally, we top it off with tangy goat cheese for extra flavor. Enjoy this cool, colorful salad!
Equipment
- Cutting Board
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon or spatula for mixing
- Grater for slicing vegetables uniformly (optinal)
Ingredients
- 2 Large Cucumbers
- 1 Bunch of Radishes
- 1/2 Red onion
- 1/2 cup Regular sour cream
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers and radishes.
- Finely chop the red onion.
- In a bowl, mix together the sour cream (or alternative) with salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings like minced garlic or chili flakes.
- Add the sliced cucumbers, radishes, and chopped red onion to the bowl.
- Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately for crisp veggies or let it sit for 10-15 minutes for a stronger flavor.
- Garnish with fresh herbs like dill, cilantro, or mint before serving. (Optional)
Notes
- For a lighter option, you can use low-fat sour cream or plain Greek yogurt instead of regular sour cream.
- Choose fresh green cucumbers and radishes. Tender English cucumbers work well too, and you can leave the peels on.
- Opt for red onion for a zingy flavor, using only half if preferred. Alternatively, you can use white onion or skip it altogether.
- Serve the salad immediately for crisp veggies, or let it sit for 10-15 minutes after adding the dressing for a stronger flavor.
- Experiment with spices and herbs. Salt and pepper are great, but minced garlic, chili flakes, or Italian seasoning can add extra flair. Fresh herbs like dill, cilantro, or mint are also deliciouso ptions.