Hydration is important to our health year-round, but especially in the summer months. Did you know you can get water from fruits and veggies as well? Cucumbers and radishes are made up of more than 95% water. You also get the bonus of fiber, vitamins and minerals. Here, cukes and radishes come together in a refreshing summer salad. Enjoy it as a dinner side, or add some protein for a balanced lunch.
PREP TIME
20 Min
SERVINGS
6
DIFFICULTY
Easy
Ingredients
- 2 cups sliced radishes
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sliced red onion
- 1 cup seeded and sliced cucumber
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, or to taste
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon white sugar, or to taste
Directions
- Toss radishes with salt, and let stand for about 10 minutes. Drain any liquid and transfer radishes to a large bowl. Add red onion and cucumber slices.
- Whisk olive oil, vinegar, dill, garlic, and sugar together in a small bowl until well mixed. Pour over vegetables and toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings: 6 | Calories: 188 | Total fat: 19g | Saturated fat: 3g | Fiber: 1g | Carbohydrate: 5g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 211mg
Farmers market shopping list
Cucumbers, radishes, fresh dill, red onion and garlic
Recipe provided by ThedaCare Outpatient Nutrition and Diabetes Education, courtesy of allrecipes.com
ThedaCare is pleased to offer nutrition and diabetes care. If you’d like to connect with a registered dietitian or diabetes educator, ask your care team for a referral.
