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Cucumber Apple Salad

Cucumber Apple Salad: A Crisp & Refreshing Summer Delight

Cucumber Apple Salad is a refreshing summer dish combining juicy apples and crunchy cucumbers, perfect for gatherings or light lunches.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2.5 cups Medium English cucumber May substitute with regular cucumbers.
  • 2 medium Red apples Honey crisp or ambrosia varieties recommended.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Honey Substitute with agave nectar or maple syrup for vegan option.
  • 2 tablespoons Apple cider vinegar Can swap with balsamic or rice vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice Freshly squeezed is recommended.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Salad bowl
  • whisk
  • Knife
  • cutting board

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by washing the medium English cucumber and red apples under cool running water. If desired, peel the cucumber for a softer texture. Chop both the cucumber and apples into bite-sized pieces, aiming for uniformity to ensure even flavor distribution.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 tablespoon of honey. Using a whisk, blend the ingredients together until the honey dissolves completely, creating a smooth and tangy dressing.
  3. Transfer your chopped cucumber and apple pieces into a large salad bowl. Pour the prepared honey-vinegar dressing over the salad ingredients. Add a sprinkle of salt and black pepper to taste, elevating the overall flavor profile.
  4. Gently stir the salad using a large spoon or salad tongs, making sure to coat every piece with the delicious dressing. Take care not to mash the apples; you want to maintain their crispness.
  5. You can either serve your fresh salad immediately for a crisp bite or let it chill in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.3mg

Notes

Dress the salad right before serving to keep the apples crisp and prevent browning.

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