Description
A refreshing and crisp cucumber apple salad tossed in a tangy dressing made with apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey. This simple, quick salad combines the sweetness of apples with the cool crunch of cucumbers, perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cups cucumber (preferably English cucumbers), chopped
- 2 medium red apples (honeycrisp or ambrosia recommended), chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar (can substitute with balsamic or rice vinegar)
- 2 tablespoons honey (or agave nectar for vegan option)
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Salad Preparation: Chop the cucumbers and apples into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on for added texture and color.
- Mix Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and honey until well blended to create a tangy dressing.
- Toss Salad: Pour the dressing over the chopped cucumbers and apples. Sprinkle salt and black pepper to taste, then toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Chill and Serve: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh crunch, or chill it in the refrigerator for up to 30 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
Notes
- Leave the apple and cucumber skins on to add extra texture and nutrients.
- Use agave nectar instead of honey to make the salad vegan.
- Chilling the salad for 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Choose crisp apple varieties like honeycrisp or ambrosia for the best flavor and texture.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
