Crunchy Cucumber Apple Salad (Print Version)
A light, crisp mix of cucumbers, apples, and nuts in a tangy honey-lemon dressing.
# Ingredients:
→ Salad Base
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2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
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2 apples, thinly sliced (preferably Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
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1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
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1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
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1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds
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1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
→ Dressing
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1 tablespoon honey
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Salt and pepper, to taste
# Instructions:
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Wash and thinly slice cucumbers and apples. Toss apple slices in lemon juice to prevent browning.
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Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, and honey in a small bowl.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, apples, red onion, and parsley. Add nuts for a crunchy texture.
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Pour dressing over salad ingredients, tossing gently to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
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If using, sprinkle feta cheese over the salad and mix gently. Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving, allowing flavors to meld.
# Notes:
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Chilling the salad helps develop the flavors and improves the overall texture.