Description
Cucumber Apple Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that perfectly balances the crispness of cucumbers with the sweet-tart flavor of apples. Tossed in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also adds a vibrant touch to any meal, making it an ideal choice for family dinners, picnics, or friendly gatherings. Its beautiful presentation and nutritious ingredients are sure to impress your guests while keeping things light and healthy. Enjoy this crunchy salad as a standalone snack or paired with your favorite protein for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, sliced
- 1 crisp apple, sliced (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Pink Lady)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: fresh herbs (dill, mint, or parsley)
Instructions
- Wash the cucumbers and apple under running water.
- Slice the cucumbers thinly using a sharp knife and core the apple before slicing it into thin wedges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil; add salt and pepper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine sliced cucumbers and apples, drizzle the dressing on top, and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for up to an hour to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 105mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg