Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad

Crisp, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavors, this Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad is the perfect fusion of sweet, tangy, and herbal notes. Thinly sliced apples and cucumbers combine with crisp red onion, fragrant cilantro, and cooling mint for a light and zesty medley of textures and aromas. Tossed in a bright lime juice dressing sweetened with a hint of honey and a drizzle of olive oil, this no-cook salad comes together in just 20 minutes, making it ideal for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side dish for your next gathering. Perfect for summer picnics or holiday tables, this salad is a must-try for anyone who loves fresh, wholesome ingredients in every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium apples
• 1 medium cucumbers
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh mint leaves
• 3 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by rinsing the apples and cucumber under cold water. Pat them dry with a clean towel before cutting.

Step 2

Core the apples and cut them into thin slices. You may peel the apples if you prefer, but leaving the peel on adds extra fiber and color to the salad.

Step 3

Slice the cucumber lengthwise, remove the seeds with a spoon if desired, and then cut into thin half-moon slices. Place the apple and cucumber slices into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice half of the red onion. Rinse it under cold water to remove any sharp bitterness, then add the slices to the mixing bowl with the apples and cucumber.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh cilantro and mint leaves, and add them to the mixing bowl, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the salad.

Step 6

In a separate small bowl, prepare the dressing by combining lime juice, olive oil, and honey. Whisk these ingredients together briskly until well mixed.

Step 7

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper, then drizzle it over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl.

Step 8

Toss the salad gently to ensure all the ingredients are coated with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the apples or cucumbers.

Step 9

Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lime juice if desired.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a crisp and vibrant salad or else chill briefly in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	898.1 grams (898.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	594

Total Fat 30.30g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.60g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1216mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 86.90g	32%
Dietary Fiber 18.50g	66%
Total Sugars 55.00g
Protein 7.50g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 319mg	25%
Iron 8mg	44%
Potassium 1596mg	34%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.9%

Protein: 4.6%

Carbs: 53.5%