Easy Apple & Cucumber Summer Salad
Description
This Refreshing Apple, Cucumber, and Grapefruit Salad is the perfect summer dish — crisp apples and cucumbers tossed with juicy grapefruit segments and brightened with a squeeze of lemon and fresh mint. It’s sweet, tangy, and so easy to make!
Ingredients
Ingredients
Instructions
Step 1: Julienne the Cucumber
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Wash and dry the cucumber.
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Using a sharp knife or a julienne peeler, slice the cucumber into thin matchsticks.
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Place the cucumber in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Julienne the Apple
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Wash and core the apple.
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Slice into thin matchsticks (like the cucumber).
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Add the apple to the mixing bowl.
Step 3: Add the Grapefruit
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Peel the grapefruit and separate the segments.
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Gently break each segment into small pieces and add to the bowl.
Step 4: Squeeze in the Lemon Juice
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Squeeze the juice of half a lemon evenly over the salad.
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This adds a bright, tangy flavor and helps prevent the apple from browning.
Step 5: Toss the Salad
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Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly mixed.
Step 6: Garnish with Mint
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Tear fresh mint leaves into small pieces.
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Sprinkle the mint over the salad.
Step 7: Serve
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Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish.
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Optionally, chill for 5 minutes in the fridge for an extra refreshing bite.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
Serving Size ~1 cup
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 85kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.5g1%
- Sodium 5mg1%
- Potassium 200mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 21g8%
- Dietary Fiber 4g16%
- Sugars 13g
- Protein 1g2%
- Vitamin A 400 IU
- Vitamin C 35 mg
- Calcium 25 mg
- Iron 0.3 mg
- Vitamin E 0.4 IU
- Folate 15 mcg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Tips & Swaps
• Add a drizzle of honey or agave syrup for a touch of sweetness.
• Swap grapefruit with orange or tangerine segments if you prefer.
• Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or sunflower seeds for added crunch.
💙 Why You’ll Love It
• Quick and easy — no cooking required!
• Sweet and tangy with a burst of summer flavors
• Naturally vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free
• Perfect for picnics, BBQs, or as a refreshing snack
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes! Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day, but add the mint just before serving for best flavor.
Definitely! A bit of lemon zest will add an extra zing.
Sure! Add chickpeas, tofu, or your favorite protein to make it more filling.
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