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Apple Cucumber Salad

Crisp and Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad You'll Love

This Apple Cucumber Salad is a refreshing summer dish bursting with freshness and vitality.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups Crisp apples, such as Honeycrisp or Fuji
  • 2 cups English cucumbers
For the Dressing
  • 1 cup Greek yogurt Substitute with dairy-free yogurt for vegan option.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh mint Alternatively, use dried mint.
  • 1 clove Garlic Skip for a milder flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon juice Lime juice can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup or agave for vegan alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin recommended.
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/4 cup Nuts (Walnuts or Almonds) Adds crunch.
  • 1 cup Greens (Arugula or Spinach) Increases nutrition.
  • 1/2 cup Pomegranate seeds or radishes Provides color and texture.
  • to taste Herbs (Dill or Parsley) Add for different flavor profiles.

Equipment

  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the dressing by combining fresh mint leaves, Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor. Blend until smooth.
  2. Wash the apples and cucumbers, core apples, and slice them into wedges or cubes. Slice cucumbers into half-moons or rounds.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, toss together sliced apples and cucumbers. Pour the dressing over and gently fold until coated.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

For optimal crunch, serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover salad in an airtight container for 1-2 days, though some texture softening may occur.

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