Description
This Crispy Tangy Radish Salad with Fresh Citrus Vinaigrette is a refreshing and vibrant dish featuring thinly sliced radishes, mixed greens, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and a zesty citrus dressing. The salad combines crunchy textures and bright flavors, elevated with fresh herbs and optional feta cheese, making it a perfect light main or a flavorful side.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 bunch of radishes (about 8-10), trimmed and thinly sliced
- 2 cups of mixed greens (such as arugula, spinach, and kale)
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup of red onions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup of fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Citrus Vinaigrette Dressing
- 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of fresh orange juice
- 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon of honey or maple syrup (to taste)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Radishes: Rinse the radishes well under cold water to remove any dirt. Trim the ends and slice them thinly using a sharp knife or a mandoline. Set the radish slices aside in a large bowl.
- Prepare the Mixed Greens: Wash the mixed greens thoroughly to remove grit. Spin them dry in a salad spinner or pat gently with a clean kitchen towel. Add the greens to the bowl with the radishes.
- Add Vegetables: Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Add all of these to the bowl with the radishes and greens.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, orange juice, Dijon mustard, and honey or maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust sweetness and acidity to your preference.
- Combine Salad and Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly with the vinaigrette.
- Add Final Touches: Sprinkle the chopped cilantro and crumbled feta cheese over the salad for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve immediately as a refreshing side or light main dish. For advance preparation, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crispness.
Notes
- For best texture, slice radishes thinly and use fresh mixed greens.
- Keep dressing separate until serving if making in advance to preserve crispness.
- Feta cheese can be omitted for a dairy-free version or substituted with a vegan cheese.
- Adjust honey/maple syrup to balance the acidity according to your taste.
- Use a mandoline for uniform radish slices if available.
