Cucumber and Radish Salad

This refreshing cucumber and radish salad is the perfect summer side dish. The cucumbers and radishes are crisp and refreshing, while the red onion adds a bit of sharpness. The parsley and mint add a herbaceous flavor, and the olive oil and lemon juice dressing brings it all together. This salad is light and flavorful, and it's a great way to use up summer produce.

This salad is inspired by the classic Greek salad, but with a few twists. I've added radishes for a bit of crunch, and I've used both parsley and mint for a more complex flavor. The dressing is also a bit lighter than the traditional Greek dressing, with less olive oil and more lemon juice. The result is a salad that is both refreshing and flavorful, and it's perfect for a summer lunch or dinner.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 bunch of radishes, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, radishes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
4. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Why It Works

• The cucumbers and radishes are thinly sliced, which makes them easy to eat and allows them to absorb the flavors of the dressing.
• The red onion adds a bit of sharpness to the salad, which helps to balance out the sweetness of the cucumbers and radishes.
• The parsley and mint add a herbaceous flavor to the salad, which helps to brighten it up.
• The olive oil and lemon juice dressing is light and flavorful, and it helps to bring all of the flavors of the salad together.