Cucumber and Radish Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
45%
Cucumber and Radish Salad
15 min.
6
173kcal

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If you're looking for a refreshing and vibrant dish to complement your meals or enjoy as a light snack, look no further than this Cucumber and Radish Salad! Packed with the crunchy goodness of fresh cucumbers and the peppery bite of radishes, this salad is a delightful escape into the garden's bounty. With summer just around the corner, it's the perfect time to whip up this easy-to-prepare recipe that is not only vegetarian and vegan but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it suitable for a variety of dietary preferences.

The star ingredients are complemented beautifully by the aromatic flat-leaf parsley and the satisfying crunch of toasted almonds, adding a nutty flavor that elevates this salad to the next level. Drizzled with a zesty dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, each bite bursts with freshness and flavor, making it an excellent side dish or starter to serve at your next gathering. This Cucumber and Radish Salad is not just a feast for the taste buds; it's also good for you, with only 173 calories per serving!

In just 15 minutes, you can create a dish that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat. With its vibrant colors and textures, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends, making it a wonderful addition to any meal. So grab those cucumbers and radishes, and let’s get tossing!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 cup almonds sliced
  • 1.5 pounds cucumber english cut into 1/2" pieces
  • cups parsley fresh whole coarsely chopped
  • servings pepper freshly ground
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • bunch radishes trimmed cut into thin wedges
  • 0.3 cup red wine vinegar 
  • small shallots finely chopped

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Spread almondsout on a rimmed baking sheet. Toast,tossing occasionally, until golden brown,8-10 minutes; let cool.
  3. Whisk shallot, oil, and vinegar in a largebowl; season with salt and pepper.
  4. Addcucumbers, radishes, parsley, and almonds;toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories173kcal
Protein8.59%
Fat75.28%
Carbs16.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.17
Glycemic Load
0.78
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
15.354347716207%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.28mg
Pelargonidin
5.26mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epigallocatechin
0.3mg
Epicatechin
0.07mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Naringenin
0.05mg
Apigenin
43.1mg
Luteolin
0.23mg
Isorhamnetin
0.3mg
Kaempferol
0.41mg
Myricetin
2.97mg
Quercetin
0.1mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:173.43kcal
8.67%
Fat:15.09g
23.22%
Saturated Fat:1.72g
10.78%
Carbohydrates:7.27g
2.42%
Net Carbohydrates:4.09g
1.49%
Sugar:2.72g
3.02%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:18.33mg
0.8%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.88g
7.75%
Vitamin K:341.89µg
325.61%
Vitamin C:31.85mg
38.6%
Vitamin A:1767.86IU
35.36%
Vitamin E:4.43mg
29.51%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.64%
Magnesium:56.94mg
14.23%
Folate:54.85µg
13.71%
Fiber:3.18g
12.73%
Copper:0.24mg
11.95%
Iron:2.1mg
11.66%
Potassium:387.95mg
11.08%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.78%
Phosphorus:95.85mg
9.58%
Calcium:79.17mg
7.92%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.61%
Zinc:0.81mg
5.4%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.3%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.33%
Vitamin B3:0.75mg
3.75%
Selenium:0.71µg
1.01%
Source:Epicurious