Shellfish Free Ginger-Lime Radish & Cucumber Salad
This crisp, vibrant salad is the kind of dish that wakes up your whole palate — peppery radishes and cool cucumber come together in a bright, tangy dressing that's equal parts refreshing and bold. The quick salt-and-rest step draws out just enough moisture from the vegetables so the dressing clings perfectly rather than pooling at the bottom of the bowl. Fresh lime juice, grated ginger, and a touch of turmeric give the dressing real depth, while coconut aminos add a subtle savory note without any soy or shellfish-derived ingredients to worry about. Honey rounds everything out with just a whisper of sweetness, and the scallion greens and cilantro keep each bite feeling lively and fresh. Torn mint scattered over the top right before serving is a small move that makes a surprisingly big difference. It comes together in minutes and works beautifully as a light lunch, a starter, or a side alongside grilled proteins or grain bowls. Clean, punchy, and completely fuss-free — this one earns a permanent spot in the rotation.
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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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