Whole30 Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad
Bright, crisp, and irresistibly fresh, this Whole30 Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad is a vibrant addition to any meal. Featuring tart Granny Smith apples, crunchy English cucumber, and a hint of sharpness from finely chopped red onion, this salad is elevated with the refreshing aroma of fresh mint leaves. A zesty dressing made with lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil ties everything together, while a touch of salt and black pepper adds just the right balance of flavor. With only 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this healthy, Whole30-compliant recipe is perfect as a light side dish or a refreshing snack. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld and transport your taste buds to a world of crisp perfection!
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Ingredients
- 1 large Granny Smith apple
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 0.25 cup Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Start by washing the Granny Smith apple and English cucumber under cold running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 2
Cut the apple into quarters and remove the core. Slice the quarters into thin wedges. Place the sliced apples in a large mixing bowl.
Step 3
Slice the cucumber lengthwise, then thinly slice each half into half-moons. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl with the apples.
Step 4
Finely chop the red onion to fill a quarter cup. Add it to the mixing bowl.
Step 5
Roughly chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the salad mixture.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together using a pair of salad tongs or two large spoons, ensuring the apple and cucumber slices are evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 8
Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Step 9
Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for an even more refreshing experience.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (689.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 462.8 |
| Total Fat 29.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1196.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 56.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.8g | |
| Protein 6.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 262.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1169.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories