Brined Cucumber and Radish Salad

Brined Cucumber and Radish Salad
Brined Cucumber and Radish Salad might be just the side dish you are searching for. This recipe makes 4 servings with 67 calories, 2g of protein, and 4g of fat each. This recipe covers 11% of your daily requirements of vitamins and minerals. It is a good option if you're following a gluten free and vegan diet. A mixture of peppercorns, water, kosher salt, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so tasty. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes around 45 minutes.

Instructions

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Boil water, sugar, garlic, peppercorns, and 3 tablespoons salt in a 4-quart pot, uncovered, 10 minutes.
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While brine is boiling, halve cucumbers lengthwise and cut crosswise into 1/3-inch-thick slices.
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Remove brine from heat and add cucumbers and radishes.
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Let stand, uncovered, 10 minutes, then drain in a colander, discarding garlic and peppercorns.
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Transfer cucumbers and radishes to a bowl of ice and cold water to cool, then drain well in colander.
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Toss cucumbers and radishes with parsley, oil, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl and chill, uncovered, about 20 minutes.
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Salad can be prepared 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
DifficultyMedium
Ready In45 m.
Servings4
Health Score8
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