Paraben Free Fig & Radish Cucumber Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This salad is a stunning combination of cool cucumber, peppery radish, and jammy fresh figs that somehow feels both light and deeply satisfying. The apple cider vinaigrette ties everything together with a gentle tang, while ground ginger and turmeric add warmth without overpowering the fresh produce. Torn mint and flat-leaf parsley keep every bite bright and herbaceous, and a drizzle of raw honey rounds out the dressing with just a touch of natural sweetness. Every ingredient here is whole, plant-forward, and completely free of synthetic preservatives or chemical additives — exactly what you want when you're being intentional about what goes into your body. The technique is simple but smart: letting the cucumber and radishes sit in the vinaigrette for ten minutes softens their bite and lets the flavors meld before the delicate figs are added. It's the kind of dish 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 genuinely fresh on the table.
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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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