Crisp Radish and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette
A refreshing salad featuring thinly sliced radishes and tart apples in a tangy mustard dressing, ideal for summer lunches or as a side to roasted meats. This general-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs thinly sliced radishes, medium, thinly sliced honeycrisp apple, thinly sliced red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 cup, thinly sliced radishes
- 1 medium, thinly sliced honeycrisp apple
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 1 cup thinly sliced radishes, 1 medium thinly sliced honeycrisp apple, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1/4 tsp salt until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all vegetables are evenly coated.
- Step 4: Refrigerate for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then sprinkle with 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill before serving.
Equipment for this recipe
Top-rated tools to make this recipe successfully.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Crisp Radish and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette take to make?
Total time is about 15 minutes (15 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Crisp Radish and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep thinly sliced radishes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Crisp Radish and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Crisp Radish and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Crisp Radish and Apple Salad with Dijon Vinaigrette?
General salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Used half the salt and it was still plenty flavorful.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★☆☆
Okay for a quick meal. I've had better salads dishes though.
