Crunchy Apple Cucumber Salad with Walnuts -

Crunchy Apple Cucumber Salad with Walnuts

This crunchy apple cucumber salad is a refreshing, delicious side dish that's incredibly easy to make. Combining crisp apples, cool cucumbers, and crunchy walnuts, all tossed in a simple maple lemon olive oil dressing, this vegan and gluten-free recipe pairs perfectly with any meal.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine dairy-free, Gluten-free, Plant-based, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings servings

Calories 94 kcal

Equipment

1 big mixing bowl
1 Knife
1 Small bowl for the dressing

Ingredients

2 apples diced
2 English cucumbers diced
¼ cup walnuts toasted, chopped

Lemon olive oil dressing

2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed, add more to taste
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
1 teaspoon olive oil extra virgin
¼ teaspoon salt

Instructions

In a small bowl mix the dressing ingredients.
2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup, 1 teaspoon olive oil, ¼ teaspoon salt
Rinse well, dice cucumbers and apples. You can leave the skin on, or peel them if you prefer.
Add cucumbers, apples, and walnuts to a bowl. Pour the dressing over and toss gently. Enjoy!
2 apples, 2 English cucumbers, ¼ cup walnuts

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed right away because the apples can brown quickly.
To prep ahead, make the dressing in advance and dice the cucumbers and apples just before serving to keep everything fresh and crisp.
Use apples you love—red apples are sweet, green ones are tart, or mix both for balance. Crisp, firm varieties like Ambrosia, Granny Smith, or Honeycrisp work best.
Dice and toss apples in the dressing right before serving to prevent browning.
Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Stay nearby to avoid burning.
Chill apples and cucumbers in the fridge for a refreshing salad.
Add more maple syrup for sweetness or lemon for extra tartness to suit your taste.

Nutrition

Calories: 94kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 246mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 139IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 1mg

Keyword apple, apple cucumber salad, cucumber, walnut

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