This creamy Cucumber Radish Salad Recipe wins on all fronts. It has a crunchy crisp texture and is creamy good. This is one of our all-time favorite radish recipes and you will make it on repeat in summer.

Radish Salad Recipe with Cucumbers and Creamy sour cream dressing plated with a mixing spoon

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My husband said this creamy Cucumber Radish Salad takes him back to his childhood in Ukraine. Radishes are very popular in European dishes and we sure love our radish recipes!

This salad is ridiculously easy to make and is a staple in our home in summer. We created a NEW VIDEO for this recipe so more people could discover it. It’s a keeper!

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Radishes Are Nutritious

Did you know radishes are nutritious? They are rich in Vitamin C, Folic Acid and Potassium. See the estimated nutrition label in the recipe card below.

Ingredients for Cucumber Radish Salad:

There are literally 3 ingredients in this radish salad and 2 ingredients in the dressing (including salt!) I know what you’re thinking; WOAH – that can’t be all?! My Mother has been making this recipe since I was a child and sometimes a classic recipe doesn’t need any improvement.

Radish recipes ingredients for cucumber radish salad

Cook’s Tip: Stir the sour cream dressing into the salad just before serving. The longer it sits, the more liquid the dressing becomes as the salt causes the cucumber to release some juice. But I guarantee you’ll use a spoon to gather any extra juice left behind. It’s so yummy!

One of our favorite radish recipes is this creamy cucumber radish salad.

Watch How to Make Radish Salad:


Watch Natasha make this creamy cucumber radish salad. I wasn’t exaggerating when I said it was EASY! It is a classic and we will never stop loving this recipe! If you haven’t already,  to our  and be sure to click the bell icon so you’ll be the first to know when we post a new video.

Radishes also have a very satisfying crunch; Mmm! I love that this simple sour cream dressing neutralizes the radishes slight pungent flavor and enhances their sweetness. I was impressed when my 4 year old ate and enjoyed this radish and cucumber salad.

Radish Recipes to Discover (for Radish Lovers!):

Creamy Cucumber Radish Salad Recipe

4.95 from 91 votes
Author: Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Creamy cucumber radish salad in a white bowl
A classic old-world recipe for creamy cucumber radish salad. The ingredients are so simple but it really doesn't need anything else! One of our favorite radish recipes. 
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients 

Servings: 4 (as a side)
  • 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 20 radishes, (2 bunches), trimmed and thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup chives or green onion, (1 bunch), chopped
  • 3/4 cup sour cream, *
  • 3/4 tsp sea salt, or add to taste

Instructions

  • In a medium salad bowl, combine sliced cucumbers, sliced radishes and chopped green onion.
  • Just before serving, add 3/4 cup sour cream and 3/4 tsp salt or add salt to taste. Stir to coat the salad in dressing. 

Notes

*Regular sour cream gives the most original flavor, but for a low fat version, use low fat sour cream or a plain Greek Yogurt. 

Nutrition Per Serving

99kcal Calories4g Carbs1g Protein8g Fat5g Saturated Fat22mg Cholesterol479mg Sodium232mg Potassium2g Sugar565IU Vitamin A8.3mg Vitamin C69mg Calcium0.4mg Iron
Nutrition Facts
Creamy Cucumber Radish Salad Recipe
Amount per Serving
Calories
99
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8
g
12
%
Saturated Fat
 
5
g
31
%
Cholesterol
 
22
mg
7
%
Sodium
 
479
mg
21
%
Potassium
 
232
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
4
g
1
%
Sugar
 
2
g
2
%
Protein
 
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
 
565
IU
11
%
Vitamin C
 
8.3
mg
10
%
Calcium
 
69
mg
7
%
Iron
 
0.4
mg
2
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Russian, Ukrainian
Keyword: Cucumber Radish Salad
Skill Level: Easy
Cost to Make: $
Calories: 99
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Here are the earlier photographs of this radish salad. As you can see there are only so many ways to photograph a 4-ingredient salad! ha!

You must try this Radish and Cucumber Salad with a simple sour cream dressing. Radishes have a very satisfying crunch and they're so good for you!Radish and Cucumber Salad with a simple sour cream dressing. Radishes have a very satisfying crunch and they're so good for you! @NatashasKitchen

Q: Do you love radishes? What is YOUR favorite way to eat them? I’d love to hear from you in a comment below. Have an amazing weekend, my friends!

Loads of Love (and radishes),

-Natasha and the fam 🙂

4.95 from 91 votes (38 ratings without comment)

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Comments

  • Jill Simpson
    July 24, 2018

    I haven’t tried the recipe yet but it will be on my list for the weekend. I love cucumbers and radishes both. My favorite way to eat a radish is to sprinkle a little salt on it and take a bite.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 24, 2018

      We love them also! So crunchy and good!

      Reply

  • Shawna
    July 23, 2018

    I loved this recipe, I made mine with some plain 4% greek yogurt, added some dill, about a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar, and 2 teaspoons of olive oil.

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 23, 2018

      Thank you for sharing that with is, Shawna!

      Reply

  • Martin
    July 21, 2018

    First off, this salad is so nutritious and satisfying…..I did lay it over some spring greens. …….AND, My niece introduced me to very simply— sliced radish with a slather of good soft butter as we stood around the stove at holiday. Amazing Norwegian staple. Really, it’s that easy and WOW.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 21, 2018

      Thank you for that great review, Martin! I’m so happy you all enjoyed that!

      Reply

  • natalie
    July 17, 2018

    So simple but so good! Will be making it again for sure!

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    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 17, 2018

      Sounds like you found a new favorite, Natalie!

      Reply

  • Leslie Little
    July 15, 2018

    What a great summer salad! Everyone loved it! We’ll be doing this one again. Thank you Natasha!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      July 16, 2018

      You are so welcome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!

      Reply

  • Sandra Allen
    June 24, 2018

    I love eating radishes thinly sliced on bread with butter and topped with a sprinkling of salt. Mmmmmmm
    I also love them in my potato salad.

    We grew up eating them after they had soaked in cold water and adding a dash of salt.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 25, 2018

      Thank you so much for sharing that with me 🙂

      Reply

    • Teddie Sue Carter
      September 22, 2018

      I mince (cut really fine) radishes, mix with sour cream and serve on baked potatoes!

      Reply

  • Jan
    June 20, 2018

    I love to roast radishes!! They turn sweet like vadalia onions!

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 20, 2018

      mmm That sounds good! Thanks for sharing that with us Jan!

      Reply

  • HENNY HALL
    June 13, 2018

    If you add 1/4 cup mayo ( I used Hellman’s ) with the sour cream, it does not get as “wet”–also, lightly salting sliced cukes and allowing them to sit for 30 minutes–then pat dry help draw a lot of moisture from them without losing needed moisture and flavor. LOVE this salad. I truly think I could have some each day.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 13, 2018

      Thank you for sharing your great review, Henny!

      Reply

  • HENNY HALL
    June 13, 2018

    Being born and raised in the South, radishes were only in salads. I attended a spring cocktail party and one of the passed platters was a thinly sliced radish on the top of a toasted Baquette round that had been spread with a good quality un-salted butter. A few sea salt flakes were sprinkled on top the radish.
    “Peppery & Sweet”
    Delicious.

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 13, 2018

      Mmm that sounds tasty! Thank you for sharing that with us, Henny!

      Reply

  • Marina Kiseleva
    June 10, 2018

    Love this recipe. Followed it exactly and it is delicious! Only recommendation is to add salt in quarter tsp increments. The 3/4 is too salty for me (don’t eat much salt here) so I’d be better off with a 1/4 or 1/2. Otherwise, amazing! Love Natasha’s Kitchen Recipes, I come here all the time 🙂

    Reply

    • Natashas Kitchen
      June 11, 2018

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Marina!

      Reply

  • Linda F Houck
    May 31, 2018

    Very simple to make, the flavors were great but my problem was the dressing just liquefied while chilling. I wish there was a more substantial base for the dressing.

    Reply

    • Natasha
      May 31, 2018

      Hi Linda, anytime salt is added to cucumbers, it will release juice so I would highly suggest not adding dressing until ready to serve. This salad is best served fresh. You could also make this salad with a vinaigrette, but it would be the same scenario of there is salt in the dressing.

      Reply

  • Sandra
    May 27, 2018

    Made this tonight for dinner. I couldn’t believe something so simple could be so, so good! Everyone loved it…will have to make a double batch next time!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      May 28, 2018

      I’m so happy to hear that Sandra 😀. Thank you for the great review and for making the recipe. Feel free to explore our salad section and maybe find more favorites.

      Reply

  • Char
    May 26, 2018

    Finally another salad just for me. lol Husband doesn’t care for cucumbers or radishes.. Me – I love them both. I’m especially fond of radish sandwiches.. just sliced radish, butter, salt and pepper! I will def make this salad soon

    Reply

    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 26, 2018

      I hope you both enjoy the recipe Char! Please let me know what you both think!

      Reply

  • Jan
    May 19, 2018

    Made this today and it is DELICIOUS. Had Greek yogurt on hand so thinned it just a smidge with a couple drops of vinegar fore easy stirring. Crispy. Juicy. Filling. I live in the desert so this will be my go to salad for the summer. Looked at some other reviews and variations so can see how versitile it is. Might add jar trader joe cut beets in vinegar next time.

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 19, 2018

      I’m happy to hear how much you enjoy the recipe Jan! Thanks for sharing your excellent review with other readers!

      Reply

  • Ewa new Szpilczynska
    May 19, 2018

    I love it!!!!

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    • Natasha's Kitchen
      May 19, 2018

      I’m happy to hear that! 🙂

      Reply

  • Катерина
    April 1, 2018

    Христос воскрес!

    Thank you for taking me back to my childhood with this wonderful recipe Natasha. I remember it with one more ingredient, reserved for special occasions…feta cheese.

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      April 3, 2018

      He is Risen indeed!! 🙂 Feta soudns like a wonderful addition. Thank you for sharing! 🙂

      Reply

  • Margo Birkner
    February 2, 2017

    This looks delicious! But, it looks like you used chives, but recipe says green onion?

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      February 2, 2017

      I use them interchangeably in this salad. Either one works great 🙂

      Reply

  • Heather Merritt
    December 15, 2016

    I made this for our work Christmas party (liked that it was red and green and didn’t need to be hot), and it got ate UP! Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      December 15, 2016

      Heather, you are very welcome and thank you for such a great review 😬.

      Reply

  • Julia
    October 27, 2016

    My childhood salad, I love it. And my kids, even they were born here love it as well. Thanks for all your recipes.

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    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      October 27, 2016

      You are very welcome Julia, I’m so glad to hear that 😁.

      Reply

  • Hannah
    September 26, 2016

    I really love this recipe. It’s so simple, tasty and filling. I love a lot of your salad recipes. 🙂 Thank you for your nice recipes.

    Reply

    • Natasha
      natashaskitchen
      September 26, 2016

      I’m so happy your’e enjoying my recipes! Thank YOU for your wonderful review 🙂

      Reply

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