Apple Cucumber Salad With Creamy Yogurt Dressing
Indulge in the refreshing burst of flavors with this Apple Cucumber Salad featuring a creamy yogurt dressing. This delightful dish combines the sweetness of crisp apples and crunchy cucumbers, enhanced by fresh mint and a zesty yogurt dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, light lunches, or as a vibrant side at barbecues, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also packed with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large apples (e.g., Honeycrisp)
- 2 cups Persian or mini cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder (or 2 cloves garlic)
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a food processor, combine Greek yogurt, mint leaves, garlic powder, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Slice the Produce: Cut apples and cucumbers into thin slices or bite-sized chunks while keeping the skins on for added nutrients.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, toss together the sliced apples and cucumbers. Drizzle dressing over the top and mix gently to coat evenly.
- Serve Immediately: Enjoy your vibrant salad fresh for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg