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Apple Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and vibrant salad that combines crisp cucumbers, sweet apples, and zesty red onion, perfect as a side dish or snack.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 2 medium cucumbers, cubed into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 medium apples, cored and cubed into bite-sized pieces (preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp)
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (from about ½ of a small lemon)
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, apples, and red onion.
  2. Add the chopped cilantro to the bowl and mix gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey until well combined.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  6. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

Best served chilled. You can serve it as a side dish with grilled chicken, fish, or pork. For a more filling option, add crumbled feta cheese or nuts.

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