Yeast Free Fig & Radish Cucumber Salad with Apple Cider Vinaigrette
This salad is a stunning combination of cool cucumber, peppery radishes, and jammy fresh figs that somehow feels both refreshing and indulgent at the same time. The apple cider vinegar dressing is the real star here — whisked together with olive oil, raw honey, ground ginger, and turmeric, it delivers a bright, lightly spiced tang that ties every element together beautifully. Because the dressing is built entirely from pantry staples and fresh produce, there's no need to scrutinize labels for hidden fermented additives or worry about sneaky ingredients that can derail a yeast-free approach. A short ten-minute rest lets the cucumber soften just slightly and takes the sharp edge off the radishes, so the flavors mellow and meld before the figs even hit the bowl. Torn mint and flat-leaf parsley add a herby freshness that makes the whole dish feel vibrant and alive on the plate. Toss gently at the end so the figs stay plump and intact — they're the jewel of this salad and deserve to be seen. Finish with a scatter of chives and serve immediately for the best texture and color.
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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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