Description
A refreshing and healthy Apple Cucumber Salad featuring crisp apples and cucumbers tossed in a light lemon-honey dressing, perfect for a quick snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad
- 2 medium apples, thinly sliced
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Combine apples and cucumbers: In a large bowl, add the thinly sliced apples and cucumbers, creating the base for the salad.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, olive oil, honey or maple syrup, salt, and pepper until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Toss salad with dressing: Pour the dressing over the apples and cucumbers, then toss gently to coat all the pieces evenly with the dressing.
- Add herbs: If desired, sprinkle the chopped fresh cilantro or parsley over the salad to add a fresh herbaceous flavor.
- Serve or chill: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest taste, or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangier flavor or sweeter varieties like Fuji for a milder taste.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Chilling the salad before serving enhances the flavor but avoid leaving it too long to maintain the crisp texture.
- Fresh herbs are optional but recommended to add brightness.
