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    Allianna's Kitchen » Recipes » Salads

    Published: Mar 20, 2024 by Allianna Moximchalk · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    Cucumber Apple Salad

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    My Homemade Cucumber Apple Salad is super easy to make and goes well with just about anything. This homemade fresh salad only takes 10 minutes to make! The fresh cucumbers combined with dill and apples makes for the most delicious fresh salad. I could literally eat this salad with just about anything! It puts a twist on your traditional green salad. 

    Cucumbers, apples and dill chopped up in a scalloped bowl.

    I love eating a nice big salad before every meal. It fills me up and I found that I eat less when I load up on fiber beforehand. As much as I love salads, sometimes I get tired of your traditional salads. This Cucumber Apple Salad puts a nice twist on a traditional salad without the greens and is something the whole family will eat! If you are a big salad person like me, be sure to check out my other favorite salad recipes on my blog like my Panera Inspired Strawberry Poppyseed Salad, Arugula Pear Salad, Cucumber Watermelon Salad, and my Acorn Squash Salad.

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    • Why This Recipe Works
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions and Variations
    • Instructions
    • Recipe Tips
    • Recipe FAQs
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    • Cucumber Apple Salad

    Why This Recipe Works

    • This recipe only requires 5 minutes of hands on time. 
    • This recipe is naturally dairy free, gluten free, soy free, nut free, paleo and can be made vegan.
    • You can serve this recipe with just about anything! I made this homemade salad when I make Salmon Filets. 
    • My Cucumber Apple Salad is so refreshing, especially during warm summer days! 
    • You can meal prep this recipe and eat it all week long. 

    Ingredients

    Cucumber apple salad ingredients laid out on the counter.
    • Honey crisp apples-They are my absolute favorite! In my opinion they are the best sweet apples. 
    • Persian cucumbers-I like the mini ones. I like to slice them into coins rather than cube them. 
    • Maple syrup-This adds some sweetness to the dressing!
    • Lemon juice-This adds a nice kick to the salad.
    • Fresh dill-I love fresh did! I cannot get enough of it. It adds so much flavor to a dish and smells so good too. 
    • Sea salt/ kosher salt and black pepper-For flavor. 
    • Extra Virgin Olive oil-This is the base for the salad dressing. 
    • Sunflower seeds-To add a nice crunch. 

    See the recipe card below with a full list of ingredients and measurements.

    Substitutions and Variations

    • Red onion-Most people either love or hate raw red onion. I love it! It adds another layer of flavor to this recipe and a nice kick. 
    • Lemon juice-You can also use lime juice or apple cider vinegar in its place.
    • Fresh herbs-While I love fresh dill, you can also use other fresh herbs like fresh parsley!
    • Persian cucumbers-I also love english cucumbers. You can also use regular cucumbers which are also going to be a bit wider. 
    • Apples-While honey crisp apples are my favorite, green apples or red apples will also work too! Pink lady apples are also a favorite of mine. Using ones with red in them will make this dish more colorful.

    Instructions

    Chopped cucumbers on a cutting board.
    Step #1: Wash and dry the cucumbers. Now, chop them into quarter sized pieces.
    Chopped apples on a cutting board.
    Step #2: Wash and dry the apples. Now, shop them into small bite-sized cubes.
    Chopped up cucumbers and apples in a glass bowl.
    Step #3: Now add the cucumbers and apples to a bowl.
    Dressing mixed in a bowl with a small whisk.
    Step #4: Mix the remaining ingredients together in a bowl.
    Cucumbers, apples, and dressing mixed together in a bowl.
    Step #5: Mix all ingredients together until well mixed throughout.

    Recipe Tips

    • ​Tip #1: If you are making this recipe for an event, I suggest making it a day in advance. This will ensure optimal freshness and make sure the english cucumber and apples do not get soggy.
    • Tip #2: If you like your salad to have a crunch, add nuts or sunflower seeds on top prior to serving. Almond slivers are my favorite salad topper.
    • Tip #3: Since this dish is made with a better quality oil so it will likely solidify in the fridge meaning get kinda hard. If that happens, it does not mean the salad is bad, you just need to let it sit out for 30 minutes or so to get to room temperature prior to eating. 
    • Tip #4: If you want your dish to be creamy, you can make a creamy cucumber salad by adding a little bit of avocado mayo.

    Recipe FAQs

    How long does this recipe last?

    This Cucumber Apple Salad lasts for up to 5 days in the fridge. While the acid in this recipe prevents the apples from turning brown, the cucumbers and apples will get softer as time goes on. 

    What goes well with this salad?

    This flavorful salad goes great with just about anything. I love making it when we have company and for date night. When we have it for date night I love pairing it with my New York Strip Date Night Dinner and Gluten Free Mac and Cheese. 

    How should I store this salad?

    This salad stores best in the fridge in an airtight container. 

    How big should I cut the apple pieces and cucumbers? 

     ​I like to slice the cucumbers into quarter sized pieces and the apples into little cubes. The size does not really matter, but make sure everything is cut into small bite-size pieces. 

    Can I use a mandoline to cut the cucumbers?

    Yes! The mandoline would make it easy to cut the cucumbers. I like this Mandoline linked here.

    Mixed apples and cucumbers in a scalloped bowl with a dill dressing over top.

     

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    Mixed apples and cucumbers in a scalloped bowl with a dill dressing over top.

    Cucumber Apple Salad

    Course Salad, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Diet Low Calorie
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 8 servings
    Author Allianna Moximchalk
    98kcal
    Cost 5
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    Equipment

    • cutting board
    • knife
    • mixing bowls

    Ingredients

    • 5 mini cucumbers washed
    • 2 honey crisp apples washed and cubed
    • 2 lemons juiced
    • 1/4 cup olive oil
    • 2 tbsp maple syrup
    • 1/4 cup fresh dill
    • 1/4 cup almond slivers
    • pinch sea salt

    Instructions

    • Set aside the washed and cut apples and cucumbers.
    • Place all other ingredients in a bowl except the almond and mix well throughout.
    • Toss the dressing with the apples and cucumbers. Chill until ready to serve. Add the almonds on top when you are ready to serve.

    Notes

    This recipe yields approximately 8 servings.
    The nutrition on this recipe is just an estimate and cannot be guaranteed. 
    Store this dish in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
    This super easy and delicious cucumber apple salad goes great with just about anything!
    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 186IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 0.3mg
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    1. Lori says

      February 26, 2022 at 4:06 pm

      Fresh and easy! This can be topped on any dish to add some extra flavor!

      Reply
      • Allianna Moximchalk says

        February 26, 2022 at 4:11 pm

        Thanks for taking time to review!

        Reply

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