Cinnamon Free Fig & Radish Cucumber Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This salad is a stunning combination of cool cucumber, peppery radishes, and jammy fresh figs, all brought together with a bright, tangy apple cider vinaigrette. The dressing gets its warmth from ground ginger and turmeric rather than any spiced blends, so every ingredient is completely transparent and easy to verify — no hidden seasonings to second-guess. Torn mint and flat-leaf parsley add a fresh, herby lift that makes the whole bowl feel alive, while a touch of raw honey rounds out the vinegar just enough to keep things balanced. The technique of letting the cucumber and radishes sit in the dressing for ten minutes is a small but smart move — it softens the vegetables slightly and takes the sharp edge off the radishes before the delicate figs join the party. Because the figs are folded in gently at the end, they hold their shape and deliver little bursts of sweetness in every bite. This is the kind of salad that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with almost no effort, making it perfect for a weeknight dinner or a casual gathering where you want something that genuinely stands out.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 english cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 bunch radishes (about 10 radishes), thinly sliced
- 8 fresh figs, stemmed and quartered
- 3 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
For the vinaigrette
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp raw honey
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey, ground ginger, ground turmeric, and sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform in color, about 30 seconds.
- 2
Combine the sliced cucumber and radishes in a large mixing bowl. Pour about two-thirds of the vinaigrette over them and toss to coat. Let the vegetables sit for 10 minutes so the cucumber softens slightly and the radishes mellow.
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