Paleo Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad

Brighten your plate and palate with this Paleo Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad—a crisp and hydrating delight perfect for warm weather or a light, clean-eating side dish. Featuring the zesty crunch of Granny Smith apples and the cool, hydrating bite of English cucumber, this salad is elevated with fresh mint, a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and a tangy splash of lemon juice. Seasoned simply with sea salt and black pepper, it’s a nutrient-packed, no-cook recipe ready in just 15 minutes. Perfectly Paleo, gluten-free, and effortlessly refreshing, this salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats or serves as a refreshing snack on its own.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 whole Granny Smith apple
• 1 whole English cucumber
• 1 whole Lemon
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup Fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 teaspoon Sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Begin by thoroughly washing the Granny Smith apple and English cucumber under cold running water.

Step 2

Using a sharp knife, core the apple and cut it into thin slices, leaving the peel on for extra texture and nutrients.

Step 3

For the cucumber, slice it into half-moon shapes by cutting it lengthwise in half, then slicing each half into thin pieces.

Step 4

Juice the lemon into a small bowl and remove any seeds. You should have about 2 tablespoons of lemon juice.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apple and cucumber.

Step 6

Drizzle the lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil over the apple and cucumber slices.

Step 7

Chop the fresh mint leaves finely and add them to the bowl.

Step 8

Sprinkle sea salt and black pepper over the salad mixture.

Step 9

Gently toss the salad to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately for a cool, crisp, and energizing salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(634.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	435.6

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 596.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 28.6g
Protein 6.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 263.9mg	0%
Iron 7.1mg	0%
Potassium 1116.6mg	0%

*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: 53.5%

Protein: 5.2%

Carbs: 41.3%