Easy & Delicious Cucumber Apple Salad
A light and refreshing salad made with crunchy cucumbers and sweet apples, perfect for warm days and easy gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 cups cucumber, diced Leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients.
- 2 cups apple, diced (preferably Fuji or Honeycrisp) Choose sweet varieties for the best flavor.
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Adds a slight bite that balances the sweetness.
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped Adds freshness to the salad.
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For a zesty flavor.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Keeps everything juicy.
- to taste Salt Enhances all the flavors.
- to taste Pepper Enhances all the flavors.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash your cucumbers and apples thoroughly. Dice them into bite-sized pieces.
- Finely chop the red onion and parsley.
Mixing
- In a large bowl, combine your diced cucumbers, diced apples, red onion, and parsley.
- Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture and season with salt and pepper.
- Toss everything gently to ensure all components are well-coated with the dressing.
Chilling (Optional)
- Consider chilling the salad in the fridge for about 20–30 minutes before serving for a more refreshing flavor.
Notes
For added texture, you can mix in chopped walnuts or pecans. Experiment with fresh herbs like mint or cilantro for a unique flavor twist. Dress the salad just before serving to prevent it from becoming soggy.