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    The Perfect Radish Salad (Ideal Spring and Summer Salad!)

    Published: Mar 6, 2023 · Modified: Mar 7, 2023 by Valya's Taste of Home · This post may contain affiliate links · 9 Comments

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    This Radish Salad recipe is not only delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make. It requires only a handful of fresh ingredients, including crisp radishes, fresh herbs, and tasty Greek yogurt dressing. The result is a bright and refreshing salad that is both satisfying and nutritious.

    This Radish Salad recipe is not only delicious, but it's also incredibly easy to make.

    If you're looking for a simple, yet flavorful salad recipe that will add a pop of color and texture to your meal, you've come to the right place!

    This is one of our family's favorite spring recipes that is loved and enjoyed by adults and even kids! Using fresh produce to make it takes this salad to the next level.

    I love growing my own veggies and herbs at home and getting the kids to join in on the fun which helps them learn gardening more and appreciate the salad as well.

    Radish salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion, whether you're looking for a light lunch, a side dish to accompany your favorite main course, or a healthy snack.

    Radishes are often overlooked in the culinary world but are incredibly versatile and nutritious vegetables. They are low in calories, high in fiber, and packed with vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, folate, and potassium. Their distinct crunch and peppery flavor make them a perfect addition to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes.

    Whether you're an experienced cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this radish salad recipe is sure to become a favorite. So why not give it a try and discover how easy it is to create a tasty and healthy salad that everyone will love?

    Want to learn how to make this delicious Radish Salad? Then keep on reading!

    Table of Contents
    • What is Radish Salad?
    • What Makes This Radish Salad Recipe Special?
    • What You Need to Make Radish Salad at Home
    • How to Make Radish Salad (Step-by-Step)
    • Tips for Making the Best Radish Salad Ever
    • Recipe Variation Ideas for Radish Salad
    • How to Store Leftover Radish Salad
    • Similar Salad Recipes You'll Love
    • Recipe Card
    • The Perfect Radish Salad (Ideal Spring and Summer Salad!)
    • Comments

    What is Radish Salad?

    Radish salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is made with crisp, crunchy radishes, fresh herbs, and a tasty Greek yogurt dressing. It's perfect for light lunches, side dishes, or snacks, and it's incredibly easy to make.

    Radishes are low in calories but high in fiber and nutrients like vitamin C, folate, and potassium. This combination makes them a great addition to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes.

    Radish salad is often served as a side dish, but it can also be enjoyed as a light lunch or snack. The simple yet flavorful ingredients make it the perfect choice for any occasion. Our family loves having it by itself or we also serve it with mashed potatoes or buckwheat.

    This recipe is also incredibly versatile and can be customized to suit your tastes. For a heartier meal, add protein-rich ingredients like grilled chicken or hard-boiled eggs. You can also switch up the herbs and dressing to create different flavor profiles. 

    What Makes This Radish Salad Recipe Special?

    This radish salad recipe is special for several reasons. Let's check out some of the top reasons:

    Flavorful: This radish salad recipe stands out for its unique combination of flavors and textures. The crunchy radishes are balanced by the fragrant herbs, while the Greek yogurt dressing adds a delicious creaminess to each bite.

    Easy: This salad is also incredibly easy to make with just a handful of ingredients, and it's packed with nutrients like vitamin C, folate, and potassium. 

    Customizable: This radish salad is a great way to get creative in the kitchen. You can easily switch up the ingredients to make it your own. Try adding different herbs and spices, or substitute other crunchy vegetables such as cucumbers or celery. For an extra boost of flavor, you can also add flavorful cheeses like feta or crumbled goat cheese, or even some nuts for a crunchy texture.

    Versatile: Radish salad is a versatile dish that pairs well with a wide range of meals. Its crisp and refreshing nature makes it an ideal accompaniment to heavier dishes such as grilled meats or rich pasta. It also works well as a light lunch or dinner on its own, especially during the warmer months when a refreshing salad is just what you need.

    This is one of our family's favorite spring recipes that is loved and enjoyed by adults and even kids!

    What You Need to Make Radish Salad at Home

    All you need are some simple, pantry-staple ingredients to make this delicious Radish Salad at home. Let's look at what these are in more detail:

    • Cucumbers: The first ingredient we'll need for this radish salad recipe is cucumbers. They add a refreshing and crisp texture that complements other salad ingredients. Plus, they also have a high water content, which can help to hydrate and cool the body on hot days.
    • Radishes: Next we're going to add some radishes. They have a crisp and crunchy texture that provides a refreshing contrast to softer salad ingredients. Radishes have a distinct, peppery flavor that adds a zingy taste to the salad.
    • Green onions (or chives): We'll also be using fresh chives or green onions. They have a mild onion flavor, which will add a subtle depth of flavor to our salad, and they are low in calories and high in vitamins A and C, as well as minerals such as calcium and iron.
    • Dill: Dill is an herb with a distinct flavor that will add a fresh and bright taste to our radish salad. It has a slightly sweet and tangy flavor, with hints of citrus and anise.
    • Greek yogurt (or sour cream): For the base of our radish salad dressing, we're going to be using Greek yogurt because of its creamy and tangy taste that. When mixed with herbs and spices, It creates a very flavorful and creamy dressing.
    • Salt: We'll also be adding some salt to our salad to help bring out all the flavors and also balance them out.
    • Black pepper: Black pepper has a slightly spicy and pungent taste. It adds a depth of flavor to our radish salad and can help to balance out the sweetness of other ingredients.
    All you need are some simple, pantry-staple ingredients to make this delicious Radish Salad at home.

    How to Make Radish Salad (Step-by-Step)

    Making this spring-favorite Cucumber Radish Salad recipe is super easy! Here's how to make it step by step:

    First, we need to thoroughly rinse all the fresh herbs and vegetables. 

    After that, use a sharp knife or mandolin to cut the cucumbers and radishes into slices, then dice the chives (or green onions) and dill. Place all of these ingredients into a large mixing bowl.

    Next, pour in Greek yogurt (or sour cream) then add sea salt and pepper to taste.

    Finally, gently toss all the ingredients together, being careful not to mash any of the vegetables.

    Your refreshing and zesty radish salad is ready to enjoy!

    Chives, Radish, and Cucumber Salad Recipe is our family favorite spring salad! It requires very few ingredients but it is so crisp and full of flavor, especially when using garden fresh produce. I can just eat this salad by itself, but I usually serve it with mashed potatoes or buckwheat.

    Tips for Making the Best Radish Salad Ever

    When it comes to making a delicious radish salad at home, it's important to follow the instructions carefully. This recipe is super easy to make, but there are a few things that you need to keep in mind:

    • Rinse veggies well: Firstly, be sure to thoroughly rinse all of your fresh herbs and vegetables before you start preparing them. This will help to remove any dirt or debris that may be on the produce.
    • Chop vegetables evenly: Be mindful of how you cut the vegetables. Using a sharp knife or mandolin will ensure that the slices are even and uniform, making for a more visually appealing dish. That's also how to get perfectly thin radish slices for the tastiest salad!
    • Use quality ingredients: Using fresh, organic produce and high-quality spices will ensure that your radish salad turns out with the best flavor and texture.
    • Don’t overmix: Mixing too much can cause the vegetables to become mushy, so be sure to gently fold all of the ingredients together until they are just combined.
    • Add dressing before serving: Add dressing (Greek yogurt or sour cream), and seasoning right before serving otherwise it will water, and the salad will turn soggy.
    • Prep ahead: You can cut all the vegetables ahead of time even the night before if it is needed. Just cover it with plastic wrap or a lid and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve.
    Radish salad is a refreshing and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion, whether you're looking for a light lunch, a side dish to accompany your favorite main course, or a healthy snack.

    Recipe Variation Ideas for Radish Salad

    While this radish salad is delicious as is, there are many ways to switch up the recipe and make it your own. Here are some ideas for recipe variations:

    Add some crunch: Adding some chopped nuts, such as walnuts, almonds, or pistachios can add a nice crunchy texture to the salad.

    Try different herbs: If you don't have dill on hand, try adding other fresh herbs such as fresh parsley, basil, or garlic. 

    Go for grains: Adding cooked grains such as quinoa or couscous can make the salad heartier and more filling.

    Add some cheese: Feta cheese, goat cheese, or blue cheese can add a nice salty and creamy flavor to the salad.

    Add an acid: Adding a splash of juiced lemon or lime juice or lemon zest, apple cider vinegar, or white wine vinegar can really brighten up the flavor of the salad and bring out all of the other ingredients.

    Spice it up: If you want to add some heat, try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes, cayenne pepper, or red onions for a nice kick of spice.

    How to Store Leftover Radish Salad

    Leftover cucumber-radish salad should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator and will keep for up to three days. To make sure that the salad maintains its freshness and flavor, it is important to cover the container tightly with plastic wrap or a lid. 

    Also, add the dressing (Greek yogurt or sour cream) and seasoning right before serving, otherwise, it will water and the salad will turn soggy. 

    I don't recommend freezing this salad as it will alter the texture of the ingredients and they won't be as fresh and crisp.

    Radishes are low in calories but high in fiber and nutrients like vitamin C, folate, and potassium. This combination makes them a great addition to salads, sandwiches, and other dishes.

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    This is one of our family's favorite spring recipes that is loved and enjoyed by adults and even kids!

    The Perfect Radish Salad (Ideal Spring and Summer Salad!)

    Valya's Taste of Home
    This tasty radish salad features crisp radishes, fresh herbs, and creamy Greek yogurt dressing for an unbelievably simple and tasty spring and summer salad!
    4.35 from 29 votes
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    Prep Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 15 minutes mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 bunch – organic green onion
    • 2 bunches – organic radishes
    • ½ long – organic English cucumber (or 3 pickling cucumbers)
    • 1 tbsp. - chopped fresh dill
    • ½ cup – organic Greek yogurt (or organic sour cream)
    • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
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    Instructions
     

    How to Make Radish Salad (Step-by-Step)

    • First, we need to thoroughly rinse all the fresh herbs and vegetables.
    • After that, use a sharp knife or mandolin to cut the cucumbers and radishes into slices, then dice the chives (or green onions) and dill. Place all of these ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
    • Next, pour in Greek yogurt (or sour cream) then add sea salt and pepper to taste.
    • Finally, gently toss all the ingredients together, being careful not to mash any of the vegetables.
    • Your refreshing and zesty radish salad is ready to enjoy!

    Notes

    Add dressing (Greek yogurt or sour cream), and seasoning right before serving otherwise it will water, and the salad will turn soggy. You can cut all the vegetables ahead of time even the night before. Just cover it with plastic wrap or a lid and keep it in the fridge until ready to serve.
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    1. Eileen says

      August 08, 2020 at 4:01 am

      This recipe looks delicious and I would love to try it. About how much dill do you add?

      Reply
      • Valya of Valya's Taste of Home says

        August 10, 2020 at 9:54 pm

        As much or as little as you like. We love dill so I add 1/2 cup of chopped dill into the salad. Thank you for asking!

        Reply
    2. Rena says

      May 14, 2019 at 8:47 am

      5 stars
      Made this salad and omg it was so amazing. Thank you for the recipe

      Reply
      • Valya of Valya's Taste of Home says

        May 14, 2019 at 12:16 pm

        I’m glad you liked it Rena! Thank you for trying out my recipe and for an amazing review! 🙂

        Reply
    3. Tzivia says

      June 19, 2016 at 3:36 pm

      Mmmmm omg gotta tryy favorite veggies gr8 combo perfect for this time of year

      Reply
    4. Tanya says

      June 08, 2015 at 10:00 am

      5 stars
      Hi Valya,
      That is just too funny. When you just posted this recipe, I just made this salad and since I don't have chives, I used Dill. It always amazes me how this salad along with tomatoes just never gets old.:) Love your blog, keep up your amazing work!

      Reply
      • valya'stasteofhome.com says

        June 08, 2015 at 11:05 am

        I know. I have few salad recipes that I been making most of my life. Never got tired of it. Thanks so much for your words of encouragement! It is always appreciated very much # 🙂

        Reply
    5. Mira says

      May 28, 2015 at 6:03 am

      5 stars
      So fresh, love it ! I make a similar salad, but will be trying your version Valya!

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      • valya'stasteofhome.com says

        May 28, 2015 at 1:05 pm

        Thank you Mira. It's very fresh,crisp and delicious. I hope you like it as much as we do.

        Reply
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