Crunchy Taco Side Cucumber Radish Salad
This crisp salad cuts through rich taco fillings with bright lime and cooling vegetables. You’ll want it alongside anything heavy or spicy.
Radishes add peppery bite while cucumbers bring refreshing crunch. It’s ready in minutes and stays crisp for hours.
Why Salting Cucumbers Makes All the Difference
Salting cucumber slices for 15 minutes draws out excess water that would otherwise dilute your dressing and make the salad soggy. You’ll see beads of moisture form on the surface – that’s exactly what you want.
After patting them dry, the cucumbers hold their crunch and actually absorb the lime dressing better. Don’t skip this step, especially if you’re making the salad ahead of time.

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Crunchy Taco Side Cucumber Radish Salad
Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Small whisk or fork
- Clean kitchen towel or paper towels
Instructions
- Salt cucumbers: Place cucumber slices in a large bowl and sprinkle with kosher salt. Toss gently and let sit for 15 minutes to draw out moisture.
- Make dressing: While cucumbers drain, whisk together lime juice, olive oil, honey, cumin, and chili powder in a small bowl until honey dissolves completely.
- Dry and combine: Pat cucumbers completely dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels, removing as much moisture as possible. Add sliced radishes to the bowl with cucumbers.
- Dress and serve: Pour dressing over vegetables and toss until evenly coated. Add cilantro and pepitas, toss once more. Serve immediately or refrigerate up to 2 hours. The vegetables should be crisp and lightly dressed with no pooling liquid at the bottom of the bowl.
Nutrition Facts
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