Pistachio 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 tied together with a golden apple cider vinaigrette that's bright, lightly sweet, and just a little earthy from ground ginger and turmeric. The dressing comes together in under a minute, and the short marinating step is what makes this dish — letting the cucumber soften slightly and the radishes lose their sharp bite before the figs and herbs join the party. Torn mint and flat-leaf parsley bring a fresh, almost Mediterranean lift that makes every forkful feel a little more special. Because the ingredient list is built entirely around whole produce, fresh herbs, and pantry staples, there's no need to scan labels or worry about cross-contact with tree nuts — everything here is exactly what it looks like. The figs are the real star, adding a honeyed richness that plays beautifully against the tangy vinaigrette without overwhelming the other flavors. A scatter of fresh chives over the top before serving adds a gentle onion note and a pop of color that makes the whole platter look like it came from a restaurant kitchen. This is the kind of salad that disappears fast, so don't be surprised if you're making it again before the week is 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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