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Crunchy Cucumber Apple Salad

Crunchy Cucumber Apple Salad for a Refreshing Bite

Enjoy this Crunchy Cucumber Apple Salad, a refreshing blend of cucumbers, apples, and nuts that elevates your salad game.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 portions
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups English cucumbers or pickling cucumbers
  • 2 cups Granny Smith or Fuji apples feel free to experiment with Honeycrisp or Gala
  • 1 cup celery or substitute with bell peppers or shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup walnuts or sunflower seeds for a nut-free version
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro, or use mint for a twist
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup yogurt base for creaminess
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise optional for added creaminess; use light version if preferred
  • 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup adjust based on desired sweetness level
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or use lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard to tie all the dressing components together

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • sharp knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the ingredients by washing the cucumbers and apples thoroughly. Slice them into bite-sized pieces along with the celery.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, apples, and celery. Add coarsely chopped nuts if desired and gently toss to mix.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together yogurt, mayonnaise (if using), honey or maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well coated without crushing any ingredients.
  5. Sprinkle chopped herbs over the salad and lightly toss to distribute flavor and enhance visual appeal.
  6. Cover and chill the salad for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1portionCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Fresh ingredients and proper chilling enhance flavor. Customize with different nuts or herbs as desired.

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