Description
This Radish, Cucumber and Herb Salad is a light, vibrant, and refreshing side dish. With the crunch of cucumbers and radishes, the brightness of fresh herbs, and the creamy saltiness of feta, it’s perfect for warm days, potlucks, or anytime you crave something crisp and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large English cucumber – Thinly sliced; refreshing and low in seeds
- 1 bunch radishes – Thinly sliced for a peppery crunch
- 1/4 cup feta cheese – Crumbled for salty creaminess
- 1/4 cup red onion – Thinly sliced for mild sharpness
- 1/3 cup fresh cilantro – Finely chopped for a zesty herbal note
- 1/4 cup fresh mint – Chopped for a cool, refreshing lift
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley – Chopped for a balanced herbal base
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil – Adds healthy richness
- Juice of 1/2 large lemon – For fresh acidity
- Salt and pepper – To taste, enhances all the flavors
Optional Add-Ons
- Cherry tomatoes – Adds sweet juiciness
- Avocado – Brings creaminess
- Grilled chicken – Makes it a complete meal
Substitutions and Shortcuts
- Replace radishes with sliced bell peppers or extra cucumber if preferred
- No fresh herbs? Use dried, adjusting amounts
- Use a store-bought salad mix as the base for a quicker version
Instructions
- Prep cucumber: Peel (optional) and slice thinly into rounds, then cut into half-moons.
- Prep radishes: Wash and thinly slice for best flavor distribution.
- Chop herbs: Finely chop cilantro, mint, and parsley for maximum flavor.
- Combine: In a large bowl, add cucumber, radishes, red onion, chopped herbs, and crumbled feta.
- Dress the salad: Drizzle with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
- Season: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently: Stir until all ingredients are well coated and evenly distributed.
- Serve or chill: Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for best flavor.
Notes
- Serving tip: Great alongside grilled meats or as a fresh lunch option.
- Texture tip: Chill veggies before slicing for extra crunch.
- Make ahead: Mix all ingredients except lemon juice and herbs ahead of time; add just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: undefined
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: undefined
- Trans Fat: undefined
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: undefined
Keywords: radish cucumber herb salad, fresh summer salad, feta cucumber salad, easy herb salad, healthy side dish, Mediterranean cucumber salad, low carb cucumber salad