Bacchus Purple Salad Radish



Bacchus Purple Salad Radish

The radish, which is sometimes disregarded as a vegetable, is brought to the forefront of the stage with this creamy Bacchus Purple Salad Radish. Radishes may be made less spicy and crisper by using a simple technique that involves salting them for a short period of time. Meanwhile, lemon and fresh herbs bring out the flavor of the entire meal. The preparation of a salad cannot get any easier than this.

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Why I Love This Recipe:

It seems that everyone here shares my fondness for a basic veggie salad. While my Simple Fennel Salad has garnered a lot of attention, this Simple Celery Salad is just as tasty and should not be missed.

This Bacchus Purple Radish Salad is one of my favorites since it showcases the radishes rather than competing with them. The radishes are even crispier after a little dip in salt water, and the heat is toned down a bit. Since raw shallots are another ingredient in this salad, I also soak them in salt water to neutralize their strong flavor.

Finally, the radishes and shallots are tossed in a yogurt dill dressing that may be tailored to your tastes.


Ingredients That You’ll Need:

  • Radishes: Before you begin slicing the radishes, make sure to give them a thorough washing (especially if they came with greens intact).
  • Shallot: You may use a half of a giant shallot or a little one. The flavor of shallot may be rather strong, particularly when it is consumed in its raw form.
  • plain whole-milk Greek yogurt: The secret is to use whole milk, often known as milk with the complete fat content. Because we aren’t going to be adding any more fat to the salad, using Greek yogurt made with whole milk is essential if we want to create a creamy and tasty dish.
  • Lemon juice: Greek yogurt receives vigorous whisking before having a fresh tang added to it. If you want the salad to be even brighter, feel free to sprinkle some lemon zest that has been minced over it.
  • Fresh herbs: My personal preference is to use a mixture of fresh mint and fresh dill; however, you are free to use a mixture of any delicate herb such as basil, chives, or cilantro in its place.

Can I Use Other Type Of Raddish?

Yes, Daikon Radish is another radish that may be used in this Bacchus Purple Radish Salad recipe. Daikon radish (also known as Chinese radish and Japanese radish) is a popular ingredient in East and South Asian cuisine. It has a slight red radish taste and frequently grows in giant carrot forms. It is usually white, although it can also be purple, pink, red, or yellow.

Salting The Radishes & Shallot

Initially, the sliced radishes and shallots are soaked in salt water for a few minutes before being mixed with the super easy Greek yogurt dressing. This method, which I picked up from Mark Bittman, is an excellent technique to tone down the intensity of raw shallots and radishes. Bacchus purple radish salad is created in one bowl; after 15 minutes, the shallot and radishes are drained and the remainder of the salad is prepared.

Bacchus Purple Salad Radish Variations
  • This Bacchus purple radish salad is extra creamy and tangy when sour cream is substituted for Greek yogurt.
  • If you prefer a milder onion flavor, substitute chopped scallions (green onions) for the shallots. (Don’t bother with the salt water soak.)
  • Replace the shallots with red onion and the dill with fresh cilantro.
  • Add English cucumber that has been finely sliced.
  • The addition of a little olive oil towards the end would be a nice touch.
  • Bacchus purple radish salad becomes even creamier when you toss in some crumbled goat cheese.

How To Make Bacchus Purple Radish Salad

  • Whisk together 3 cups of cold water and 2 tablespoons of kosher salt in a large bowl until dissolved.
  • Add radishes and shallots, and allow to settle for 15 minutes.
  • Colander-drain radishes and shallots. Whisk together the yogurt and lemon juice in a dry bowl.
  • Add the radishes, the shallot, the dill, and the mint.
  • Toss to coat; season to taste with salt and pepper.

How To Serve Bacchus Purple Radish Salad?

This Bacchus Purple Radish Salad is simple to serve as a side dish. However, because it is so fresh and light, there is always an opportunity for innovation!

  • A simple and refreshing side dish. To keep things light and fresh, I like to serve this Bacchus Purple Radish Salad with baked salmon, baked cod, baked tuna meatballs, or garlic butter shrimp. But it also works well as a great side dish for any main course.
  • A quick and healthful snack. It’s hardly your normal healthy snack, but imagine eating a dish of fresh berries instead. It’s refreshing, low in calories, and provides an extra serving of vegetables throughout the day.
  • Make this into a quick breakfast. Serve this Bacchus Purple Radish Salad with a fried or poached egg, or put it on top of your avocado toast in the morning!

How To Store Bacchus Purple Radish Salad?

Don’t worry if you have some Bacchus Purple Radish Salad leftovers. In an airtight container, the Bacchus Purple Radish Salad can keep in the fridge for 3 to 4 days. A small amount of liquid may gather at the bottom of the container; simply drain it.

How To Thinly Slice Radishes?

A Japanese mandoline is what you want to use. This inexpensive but useful kitchen tool features a razor-sharp blade, folds up compactly for storage, speeds up the slicing process, and is easy to operate. A mandoline makes quick work of chopping vegetables for a salad.


Can I Make This Bacchus Purple Radish Salad Ahead Of Time?

Bacchus purple radish salad can be prepared in advance for up to 1 day. Radishes won’t be as crisp, but the dressing will become a beautiful pink color. The fresh herbs in this Bacchus purple radish salad are best added shortly before serving or saved for later if you choose to make the salad in advance.

Can This Bacchus Purple Radish Salad Be Made Dairy-Free?

Though I haven’t tried it, you could probably create a tasty Bacchus purple radish salad by substituting dairy-free yogurt for the sour cream. You should expect the dressing to be thinner and less creamy than when using Greek yogurt.

Can I Add The Radish Greens?

The radish greens are an optional ingredient but highly recommended for this Bacchus Purple Radish Salad. Be careful to give the radish greens a thorough washing before using them, since they tend to retain a lot of soil.

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Bacchus Purple Salad Radish Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving

  • Calories 185
  • Total Fat 7.5g
  • Cholesterol 18.5mg
  • Sodium 1248.6mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 16g
  • Sugars 9g
  • Protein 15.2g
  • Vitamin A 2%
  • Vitamin C 24%

Nutrition Facts Source: Source

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4


Amount Per Serving
Calories 185
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 7.5g12%
Cholesterol 18.5mg7%
Sodium 1248.6mg53%
Total Carbohydrate 16g6%
Sugars 9g
Protein 15.2g31%

Vitamin A 2 IU
Vitamin C 24 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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