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This image shows a fresh cucumber radish salad with vibrant slices of cucumber and radish, topped with crumbled cheese, creating a refreshing and flavorful dish.

Cucumber Radish Salad Recipe

This vibrant salad bursts with crisp cucumbers, peppery radishes, and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a tangy-sweet sumac dressing. Creamy goat cheese adds richness, while celery provides extra crunch. Light, refreshing, and full of flavor, it’s the perfect side dish for warm-weather meals or a quick, healthy snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 people
Calories 152.7 kcal

Equipment

  • Salad bowl
  • Whisk
  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons
  • Serving tongs

Ingredients
  

Dressing

  • 2 tsp honey
  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp sumac
  • 2 tsp white wine vinegar
  • 1 tbsp minced shallots

For the Salad

  • 1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 3 tbsp chopped mint
  • 3 stalks of celery, thinly sliced
  • 4 oz goat cheese
  • ¼ cup minced chives
  • ¼ cup minced dill

Instructions
 

  • Whisk together olive oil, finely chopped shallots, white wine vinegar, honey, sumac, and kosher salt in a large salad bowl until well combined.
  • Thinly slice cucumbers and radishes, then chop celery into small pieces.
    This image shows the process of slicing cucumbers and radishes, and chopping celery, preparing the ingredients for a fresh and crunchy cucumber radish salad.
  • Add them to the bowl along with freshly chopped dill, chives, and mint.
    This image shows the freshly sliced cucumbers, radishes, and chopped celery being added to a bowl, ready to be tossed together for a refreshing salad.
  • Gently toss everything together to ensure even coating.
  • Crumble goat cheese over the top, then season with freshly cracked pepper and a pinch of salt.
    This image shows the process of crumbling goat cheese over the cucumber radish salad, adding a creamy and tangy touch to the dish.
  • Serve immediately while fresh and crisp.
    This image shows the completed cucumber radish salad, served in a bowl, looking vibrant and delicious, ready to be enjoyed.

Notes

  • Use an English cucumber for fewer seeds and a sweeter flavor.
  • Slice the radishes paper-thin for a milder taste and better texture.
  • Swap goat cheese for feta if you prefer a saltier bite.
  • For an extra burst of citrus, add a squeeze of lemon before serving.