Cucumber and Radish Salad ~
A light and crisp salad featuring cool cucumbers, peppery radishes, and a creamy dill yogurt dressing.
Serve as a side salad with Baked Falafel and Spinach Orzo.
Creamy Cucumber Radish Salad Recipe
Light and crisp with a creamy finish, this quick salad is a refreshing option for the warm summer months. The crisp radishes and cucumbers bring a clean, peppery crunch, and the dressing adds a tangy, herbed layer that keeps it interesting without overpowering the vegetables.
As a home cook who has been creating plant-based and vegetarian meals for over 13 years, I understand how helpful it is to have recipes that are quick to prepare and rely on just a few ingredients. This summer salad comes together in minutes with simple prep and delivers a clean, balanced flavor that works well on its own or as a side. The dill yogurt dressing adds a smooth contrast to the crisp vegetables, making the whole dish feel complete without any extra fuss.
Ingredients for Cucumber Radish Salad
- Radishes and English Cucumber – Slice into whole or half-moon shapes depending on size. Use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer to ensure uniform thickness.
- Scallions (Green Onion) – Adds just a touch of mild onion flavor that doesn’t overpower.
- Plain Greek Yogurt – The base of the dressing – regular or dairy-free work just as well.
- Dill – Use dried or fresh dill. Either adds a subtle herby lift to the dressing.
Why Use English Cucumber?
While you can use any type of cucumber for this recipe, English cucumbers are preferred because they have thinner skin and fewer seeds than regular cucumbers, which makes them ideal for fresh salads like this one. They have a milder flavor and more delicate texture, so there’s no need to peel them or scoop out the seeds. This helps the salad stay crisp without introducing bitterness or excess moisture that can sometimes come from standard slicing cucumbers.
Persian cucumbers (mini cucumbers) also work well here. They’re similarly mild and crisp with tender skin and few seeds. If English cucumbers aren’t available, Persian cucumbers are a great substitute that requires no peeling or seeding.
How to Make Radish & Cucumber Salad
STEP ONE: Combine the vegetables. Add the radish slices, cucumber slices, and green onions to a medium mixing bowl. Set aside while you prepare the dressing.
STEP TWO: Make the dressing. In a small bowl, stir together the vegan yogurt, dill, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
STEP THREE: Toss and serve. Just before serving, pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat. Serve immediately.
Note: It’s important to wait until the last minute to add the dressing. Cucumber slices begin to release liquid quickly and salt draws moisture out of cucumbers almost immediately. Dressing the salad too early will result in the texture becoming watery and diluted. Mixing everything together just before serving keeps the vegetables crisp and the dressing creamy.
Optional Add-Ins
This salad is easy to customize with a few simple additions. Here are some optional ingredients that pair well with the crisp texture and creamy dressing:
- Feta Cheese – Crumbled feta adds a tangy, briny contrast that complements the dill yogurt dressing.
- Fresh Mint – For a cool, refreshing note.
- Celery – Thin slices add extra crunch and a fresh, clean flavor.
Storage
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day. Keep in mind that the cucumbers will continue to release moisture over time, so the texture will become softer and the dressing thinner. For the crispest results, store the sliced vegetables and dressing separately and combine just before serving.
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Cucumber and Radish Salad Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups radishes thinly sliced with with roots and leaves removed
- 1 English cucumber thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup scallions thinly sliced
- 2/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Combine radishes, cucumber, and green onions in a medium size mixing bowl. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, dill, salt, and pepper
- Toss dressing with the vegetables, adjust seasoning to taste, and serve immediately.
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This post was update on March 28, 2025.
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