Spicy Radish Salad

This Spicy Radish Salad is a refreshing and zesty dish that combines the crispness of radishes with a perfect blend of spices, making it a delightful vegetarian snack. It's quick to prepare and is bursting with flavor, ideal for a light appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

• Radishes - 200 grams, thinly sliced
• Cucumber - 100 grams, julienned
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red chili flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Rice vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Cilantro - a handful, chopped
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the thinly sliced radishes and julienned cucumber.
2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, red chili flakes, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and sugar until well mixed.
3. Pour the dressing over the radish and cucumber mixture and toss well to ensure all the vegetables are coated.
4. Add chopped green onions and cilantro to the salad and gently mix.
5. Season with salt to taste and let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 70
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 4 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, particularly vitamin C.
• Low in calories and high in fiber, promoting digestive health.

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