Brazil Nut Free Ginger-Lime Radish & Cucumber Salad
This bright, crunchy salad is the kind of dish that wakes up your whole palate — peppery radishes and cool cucumber slices come together in a way that feels genuinely refreshing rather than just "healthy." The dressing is where the magic happens: fresh lime juice, grated ginger, a touch of honey, and a hit of coconut aminos create a punchy, slightly sweet-savory balance that coats every slice beautifully. A pinch of turmeric adds a warm golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes the whole bowl look as good as it tastes. Salting the vegetables first and letting them rest is a small but smart step — it draws out excess moisture so the dressing clings rather than pools at the bottom. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so you can shop confidently without scanning labels for hidden additives. Scallion greens and fresh cilantro keep things herbaceous and light, and a handful of torn mint at the end takes it from simple side to something you'd genuinely be proud to put on the table. Serve it immediately while the vegetables still have their snap, and don't skip the extra lime wedge on the side.
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4 servings
For the salad
- 1 lb radishes, trimmed and very thinly sliced
- 1 large english cucumber (about 12 oz), halved lengthwise and thinly sliced
- 3 scallions, thinly sliced (green tops only)
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves
For the dressing
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp honey
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place the sliced radishes and cucumber in a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with a pinch of salt, toss to coat, and set aside for 10 minutes until the vegetables release a little moisture.
- 2
While the vegetables rest, whisk together the lime juice, coconut aminos, grated ginger, olive oil, honey, sea salt, and turmeric in a small bowl until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is uniform.
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