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