Radish and Radicchio Salad with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette
A vibrant salad balancing radicchio's natural bitterness with crisp radishes and a sweet-tart dressing for a refreshing lunch. This french-inspired salads ready in about 15 minutes pairs chopped radicchio, thinly sliced radishes, 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 280 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
- 4 cups, chopped radicchio
- 1 cup, thinly sliced radishes
- 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
- 1/4 cup, toasted walnuts
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- pinch salt
- freshly ground, to taste black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, and 1 tbsp white wine vinegar until emulsified. Season with a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, combine 4 cups chopped radicchio, 1 cup thinly sliced radishes, and 1/4 cup thinly sliced red onion. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Step 3: Divide the salad among plates and top with 1/4 cup toasted walnuts just before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Radish and Radicchio Salad with Honey-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 Radish and Radicchio Salad with Honey-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 chopped radicchio from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Radish and Radicchio Salad with Honey-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 Radish and Radicchio Salad with Honey-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 Radish and Radicchio Salad with Honey-Dijon Vinaigrette?
French 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
- ★★★★★
Quick to make and absolutely delicious. Will be making this again and again.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a light lunch. The radicchio and radish combo is genius.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! The radishes gave a nice crunch and the dressing was just right.
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