Tangy Cucumber Apple Mix (Printable Version)
A cool companion featuring crisp fruit, cucumbers, and nuts drizzled with a sweet-tangy maple lemon mix.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salad Components
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2 apples, chopped into cubes
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2 English cucumbers, cut into small chunks
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¼ cup walnuts, lightly roasted and broken up
→ Dressing Components
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2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
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1 tablespoon real maple syrup
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1 teaspoon olive oil, extra virgin
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¼ teaspoon salt
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Grab a small bowl and stir together the lemon juice, maple syrup, olive oil, and salt until everything's mixed well.
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Wash your apples and cucumbers thoroughly. Cut them into small cubes, and feel free to keep or remove the skin as you like.
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Take a big mixing bowl and throw in your cucumber pieces, apple chunks, and crunchy roasted walnuts.
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Drizzle your homemade dressing over everything and give it a gentle mix to coat all pieces evenly. Best eaten right away.
# Additional Notes:
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Get those walnuts nice and toasty in a dry skillet on medium heat for 3-5 minutes until they smell good and turn golden. Watch them closely so they don't burn.
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Go for crunchy apple types like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Ambrosia for the best crunch in your salad.
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Want your salad super fresh? Don't chop your apples and cucumbers until you're ready to eat.
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Need more zing? Add extra lemon juice. Want it sweeter? Just put in more maple syrup.