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Turnip Salad with Radish, Cucumber & Herbs

This Fresh Turnip Salad with Radish & Cucumber is crisp, tangy, and packed with fresh herbs and crunch. Perfect for vegan, low-carb, and paleo diets, it’s a refreshing and easy no-cook side dish or appetizer.
Servings: 2
Calories: 180.1kcal
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes

Ingredients

Salad

  • 1 medium turnips very thinly sliced
  • 4 radishes thinly sliced
  • ¼ cucumber thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup almonds shaved
  • 2 tbsp mint chopped
  • 2 tbsp cilantro chopped

Dressing

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1½ tbsp lemon juice fresh
  • 2 tsp whole-grain mustard
  • ⅛ tsp salt
  • 1 pinch black pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl

Instructions

  • Add the sliced turnips, radishes, cucumber, and red onion to a large bowl.
    1 medium turnips, 4 radishes, ¼ cucumber, ¼ cup red onion
  • In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, grainy mustard, salt, and black pepper.
    1 tbsp olive oil, 1½ tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp whole-grain mustard, ⅛ tsp salt, 1 pinch black pepper
  • Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss to coat.
  • Fold in the shaved almonds, mint, and cilantro.
    ¼ cup almonds, 2 tbsp mint, 2 tbsp cilantro
  • Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes so the flavours meld, then serve.

Cooking Tips

  • Slice Thinly: Use a mandoline or sharp knife to get very thin, even slices for the best texture and presentation.
  • Let It Sit: Let the salad rest for at least 5 minutes after dressing—it helps soften the veggies slightly and blends the flavours.
  • Toast Almonds: Lightly toasting the almonds adds depth and extra crunch, but it’s optional.
  • Herb Swap: If you don’t have mint or cilantro, try fresh parsley or dill for a different twist.
  • Make It a Meal: Add chickpeas, grilled tofu, or shredded chicken to turn this into a light lunch or main.
  • Allergy-Friendly: To make it nut-free, simply omit the almonds or substitute with sunflower or pumpkin seeds.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Turnip Salad with Radish, Cucumber & Herbs
Serving Size
 
1 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
180.1
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
14.1
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.5
g
9
%
Sodium
 
248
mg
11
%
Potassium
 
364.7
mg
10
%
Carbohydrates
 
11.6
g
4
%
Fiber
 
4.2
g
18
%
Sugar
 
4.8
g
5
%
Protein
 
4.4
g
9
%
Vitamin C
 
22.8
mg
28
%
Calcium
 
83.1
mg
8
%
Iron
 
1.2
mg
7
%
Magnesium
 
57.7
mg
14
%
Zinc
 
0.8
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.