Radish Cucumber Salad with Black Pepper Chicken 

This Radish Cucumber Salad with Black Pepper Chicken is a refreshing and flavorful meal that perfectly balances crisp, cool vegetables with savory, spiced protein. Thinly sliced radishes and cucumbers offer a light, crunchy texture, while the black pepper-marinated chicken adds warmth and depth with every bite. Tossed with a zesty olive oil and vinegar dressing, this dish is quick to prepare, low in carbs, and ideal for a healthy lunch or light dinner. It’s a colorful, vibrant, and nutrient-rich recipe that’s sure to become a favorite for warm weather or clean eating days.

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
  
  

• 1 tablespoon avocado or olive oil
  
  

• 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  
  

• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  
  

• 1 teaspoon onion powder
  
  

• ½ teaspoon sea salt
  
  

• Juice of ½ lemon
  
  

For the Salad:

• 1 cup thinly sliced radishes
  
  

• 1 cup thinly sliced cucumber
  
  

• ¼ small red onion, thinly sliced
  
  

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or dill
  
  

For the Dressing:

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
  
  

• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar or lemon juice
  
  

• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  
  

• Salt and pepper to taste
  
  

Directions

1. In a bowl, combine chicken with oil, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and lemon juice. Mix well and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
   
   

2. Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden. Let rest, then slice.
   
   

3. In a large bowl, toss radishes, cucumber, red onion, and herbs.
   
   

4. In a small jar, shake together olive oil, vinegar or lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
   
   

5. Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
   
   

6. Top salad with sliced chicken and serve immediately.
   
   

Nutrients (per serving, based on 4 servings)

• Calories: 320
  
  

• Protein: 26g
  
  

• Fat: 22g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 3g
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 5g
  
  

• Fiber: 1g
  
  

• Sugar: 2g
  
  

• Sodium: 410mg