Radish and Cucumber Slices with Lemon and Dill Yogurt
Crisp radish and cucumber slices paired with a cool, herbed yogurt dip, creating a refreshing and healthy appetizer or side dish. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 10 minutes pairs medium Cucumber, medium Radish, Greek yogurt 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 70 calories and feeds 4, 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 Cucumber
- 6 medium Radish
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 Lemon
- 1 tbsp Dill
- 1/2 clove Garlic
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, zest and juice of 1/2 lemon, 1/2 minced garlic clove, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until smooth.
- Step 2: Arrange 1 medium peeled and sliced cucumber (1/4-inch thick) and 6 medium thinly sliced radishes on a serving plate.
- Step 3: Serve the yogurt dip alongside the vegetable slices, allowing each person to dip as desired.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Radish and Cucumber Slices with Lemon and Dill Yogurt take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 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 Radish and Cucumber Slices with Lemon and Dill Yogurt?
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 medium cucumber from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Radish and Cucumber Slices with Lemon and Dill Yogurt?
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 Radish and Cucumber Slices with Lemon and Dill Yogurt for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). 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 Radish and Cucumber Slices with Lemon and Dill Yogurt?
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
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
My family liked it. I personally would prefer more depth of flavor.
- ★★☆☆☆
Followed exactly and it was underwhelming. Maybe my expectations were too high.