Keto Crisp Cucumber & Radish Salad is a tasty dish. We use apple cider vinegar, cucumbers, and olive oil to make this dish. These basic components are easily found in grocery shops. This meal is suitable for serving cold. Keto Crisp Cucumber & Radish Salad contains 3.2 g of net carbs, which is suitable for the keto diet. We do not suggest freezing them because they become soggy and lose texture when defrosted. This recipe gives long-lasting energy and is perfect for quick meal preparation. This salad is excellent for a light lunch or snack.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Diet: Keto
- Cuisine: Modern American
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Course: Salad, Side Dish
- Number of calories: 110 kcal
- Cook time: Zero minutes
- Portion size: 1 cup
- Cooking mode: Not required
- Total portions: Four
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Total time: Ten minutes
TOOLS:
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Measuring spoons
- Fork
- Chopping board
INGREDIENTS:
- ½ tsp. salt
- Two tbsp. olive oil
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- Half cup radish
- 2 medium cucumbers thin slices
- 1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar
- One tsp. lemon juice
- 1 tbsp. Parsley or dill
INGREDIENT DIRECTIONS:
OLIVE OIL:
- We use the excess amount of virgin oil to manage the acidity in this dish and provide healthy fats. You can substitute avocado oil in place of it as you want. Never use veggie oils because they will not work better for a keto diet.
CUCUMBERS:
- As we know, it contains extra water content and a low-carb count. Utilizing the English and Persian cucumbers in this salad is perfect because it has small amount of seeds. We recommend that you make thin slices, which will deliver a perfect texture.
APPLE CIDER VINEGAR:
- This vinegar helps to include a tangy flavor in this salad with no added carbs. For a substitution, you may use white wine vinegar instead. Never use balsamic vinegar because it has hidden sugars.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Wash the vegetables with water & then dry them with a kitchen towel.
- Take the knife and slice the cucumber in half.
- Now cut the radish into thin slices.
- Put the slices of vegetables in the large dish.
- Add the oil, pepper, juice (lemon), salt, & vinegar to the dish.
- Now, include the dressing in the vegetables and mix to coat the vegetables equally.
- Sprinkle some herbs on them and serve.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FOR ENTERTAINMENT:
- Keto mezze boards
- Keto Holiday menus
- Keto BBQ spreads
SIDE DISH:
- Keto roasted chicken
- Grilled salmon
- Pan-seared steak
LIGHT MEAL:
- Avocado boats
- Cheese and nut platter
- Keto egg muffins
TIPS:
- Add the garlic powder to make the salad more flavorful.
- Leave the salad to cool for five minutes to make it crispier.
- Use the mandolin slices to prepare thin vegetable slices.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Keep it in a closed container for one day.
FREEZING:
- Avoid freezing this salad, as the cucumbers will loose its texture.
FAQs:
Can I add cheese to this recipe?
- Yes, we can add some feta or goat cheese to this salad. It adds texture as well as healthy fats and proteins.
Is this salad keto?
- Yes, this salad is completely keto, as we use radish instead of beetroot.
Can we prepare the salad before the requirement?
- Yes, chop all the vegetables and mix them when required for freshness.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Fats: 9 g
Net carbs: 3.2 g
Sodium: 220 mg
Number of calories: 110 kcal
Fiber: 1.5 g
Sugar: 2 g
Proteins: 1.2 g
Portion size: 1 cup
Total carbs: 4.7 g