Low Fat Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad
Freshen up your meal routine with this Low Fat Refreshing Apple Cucumber Salad—an irresistible combination of crisp Granny Smith apples, crunchy English cucumber, and fragrant fresh mint leaves. This quick recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and features a zesty lime and honey dressing, balanced with a hint of salt and black pepper for the perfect flavor profile. Ideal as a light appetizer or a palate-cleansing side dish, this salad is low-fat, nutrient-packed, and bursting with vibrant flavors. Whether you're looking for a healthy option or a dish to impress, this refreshing salad is sure to be a hit at any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Granny Smith apples
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 2 tablespoons Fresh mint leaves
- 1 large Lime
- 2 teaspoons Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the apples and cucumber thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or impurities.
Peel the cucumber, but you can leave the skin on if you prefer more crunch and extra fiber. Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise, remove any seeds with a spoon, and then slice it into thin half-moons. Place the slices into a large mixing bowl.
Core the apples and slice them into thin matchsticks. To prevent browning, you can toss them with a little bit of lime juice. Add the apple matchsticks to the mixing bowl with the cucumber.
Finely chop the fresh mint leaves and add them to the bowl with the apples and cucumber.
In a separate small bowl, squeeze the juice from the large lime. Add honey to the lime juice and stir until the honey is completely dissolved.
Season the lime-honey dressing with salt and black pepper, then drizzle it over the apples, cucumber, and mint in the mixing bowl.
Gently toss all the ingredients together with salad tongs or a large spoon until the apples and cucumbers are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lime juice as per your preference.
Serve the salad immediately for the best flavor and texture. This salad can be enjoyed as a refreshing side dish or a light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 602 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 82.6 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.4 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 945 mg | 20% | |
*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.
