Sweet Cucumber and Radish Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Sweet Cucumber and Radish Salad
25 min.
4
66kcal

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This sweet cucumber and radish salad is a refreshing and crisp addition to any meal. The combination of cucumbers and radishes creates a delightful contrast of flavors and textures, making this salad a true delight for the senses. The cucumbers provide a cooling and refreshing taste, while the radishes add a pleasant peppery bite. This vegan and gluten-free dish is perfect as a side, antipasti, starter, or even as a healthy snack. With only 66 calories per serving, it's a guilt-free treat that will leave you feeling satisfied and nourished.

The simple dressing, made with apple cider vinegar, sugar, and vegetable oil, adds a subtle sweetness and tanginess to the salad. The flavors meld together beautifully, creating a harmonious blend that enhances the natural taste of the vegetables. This salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients, offering a good source of vitamins K, C, and B, as well as minerals like manganese, potassium, and copper.

Whether you're looking for a light and healthy side dish or a vibrant and tasty starter, this sweet cucumber and radish salad is sure to impress. It's easy to prepare and can be made ahead of time, making it a convenient option for busy days. So, if you're seeking a dish that's both delicious and nutritious, this salad is the perfect choice. It's a wonderful way to enjoy the freshness of cucumbers and radishes, and it might just become your new go-to recipe for any occasion.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup apple cider vinegar 
  • pound cucumber 
  • bunch radishes 
  • 1.5 tablespoons sugar 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan

Directions

  1. Peel cucumber, then halve lengthwise and slice crosswise 1/4 inch thick.
  2. Cut each radish lengthwise into 8 wedges.
  3. Bring vinegar, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar has dissolved, then stir in oil.
  4. Pour hot dressing over cucumbers and radishes in a bowl and stir, then let stand 10 minutes. Stir and season with salt before serving.
  5. Haggipavlu Nemea '04
  6. Salad can be madae 4 hours ahead and chilled, covered.

Nutrition Facts

Calories66kcal
Protein4.61%
Fat49.6%
Carbs45.79%

Properties

Glycemic Index
39.27
Glycemic Load
3.52
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.1660869678725%

Flavonoids

Pelargonidin
7.89mg
Kaempferol
0.11mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:66.13kcal
3.31%
Fat:3.61g
5.55%
Saturated Fat:0.54g
3.36%
Carbohydrates:7.5g
2.5%
Net Carbohydrates:6.5g
2.36%
Sugar:6.35g
7.05%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.93mg
0.34%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:0.75g
1.51%
Vitamin K:14.58µg
13.89%
Vitamin C:5.48mg
6.64%
Manganese:0.13mg
6.44%
Potassium:194.34mg
5.55%
Folate:19µg
4.75%
Copper:0.09mg
4.41%
Fiber:0.99g
3.98%
Magnesium:15.6mg
3.9%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.34%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.93%
Phosphorus:27.51mg
2.75%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.44%
Vitamin E:0.31mg
2.08%
Calcium:20.09mg
2.01%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
2%
Iron:0.32mg
1.8%
Vitamin A:82.52IU
1.65%
Zinc:0.23mg
1.56%
Source:Epicurious