Cucumber-Avocado Salad with Radish Slices
A refreshing, crisp salad featuring cool cucumbers, creamy avocado, and peppery radish slices, dressed in a bright lime vinaigrette. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs medium, peeled and diced cucumber, diced avocado, thinly sliced radish 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 medium, peeled and diced cucumber
- 1/2, diced avocado
- 1/2 cup, thinly sliced radish
- 1/2, juiced lime
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Step 1: In a medium bowl, combine 1 peeled and diced medium cucumber, 1/2 diced avocado, and 1/2 cup thinly sliced radish.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 lime juiced, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, and 1/4 tsp sea salt until emulsified.
- Step 3: Pour the dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Step 4: Let sit for 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Cucumber-Avocado Salad with Radish Slices 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 Cucumber-Avocado Salad with Radish Slices?
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 diced avocado from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Cucumber-Avocado Salad with Radish Slices?
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 Cucumber-Avocado Salad with Radish Slices 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 Cucumber-Avocado Salad with Radish Slices?
Mediterranean 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
- ★★★★★
This has become our go-to salads dish. We make it weekly.
- ★★★★☆
Reliable weeknight option. Not going to blow your mind but always satisfying.
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Nice recipe! Presentation was beautiful. Flavor was good, not great.
