Daikon Salad Recipe
Discover the vibrant flavors of this refreshing Daikon Salad, a delightful blend of crisp daikon radish, colorful vegetables, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for a light meal or as a side dish at gatherings, this salad is easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of freshness, making it a must-try for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium daikon radish, peeled and sliced (about 200g)
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced (about 150g)
- 2 medium carrots, grated (about 100g)
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced (about 150g)
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your veggies: Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Peel the daikon radish and carrots if desired. Slice the daikon, cucumber, and red bell pepper into thin strips or matchsticks.
- Mix it up: In a large bowl, combine the sliced daikon, cucumber, carrots, red bell pepper, and green onions. Toss gently.
- Whip up the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and pepper until combined.
- Dress the salad: Pour the dressing over the veggie mix and toss until evenly coated.
- Let it rest: Allow the salad to sit at room temperature for about ten minutes to enhance flavor absorption.
- Serve & enjoy: Transfer to plates or bowls and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg