Easy Apple & Cucumber Summer Salad

Prep Time 15 mins

Rest Time 5 mins

Total Time 20 mins

Cooking Method: Mixing

Courses: Appetizer, Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner

Servings: 4

Estimated Cost: $ 7

Calories: 85

Best Season: Summer

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

1 • medium apple, julienned
1 • medium cucumber, julienned
1 • small grapefruit, peeled and broken into small segments
1/2 Juice • of lemon
• A few fresh mint leaves, roughly torn

Instructions

Step 1: Julienne the Cucumber

1
Wash and dry the cucumber.
2
Using a sharp knife or a julienne peeler, slice the cucumber into thin matchsticks.
3
Place the cucumber in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2: Julienne the Apple

4
Wash and core the apple.
5
Slice into thin matchsticks (like the cucumber).
6
Add the apple to the mixing bowl.

Step 3: Add the Grapefruit

7
Peel the grapefruit and separate the segments.
8
Gently break each segment into small pieces and add to the bowl.

Step 4: Squeeze in the Lemon Juice

9
Squeeze the juice of half a lemon evenly over the salad.
10
This adds a bright, tangy flavor and helps prevent the apple from browning.

Step 5: Toss the Salad

11
Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly mixed.

Step 6: Garnish with Mint

12
Tear fresh mint leaves into small pieces.
13
Sprinkle the mint over the salad.

Step 7: Serve

14
Serve immediately as a light appetizer or side dish.
15
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.

Keywords: easy vegan salad recipe, apple cucumber grapefruit salad, refreshing summer salad, healthy vegan recipes, no-cook salad

💙 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

Read it online: https://foodievibe.com/recipes/easy-apple-cucumber-summer-salad/

Shopie Lane

Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I’m Sophie Lane — a food lover, curious traveler, and storyteller at heart. I’m passionate about inspiring others to live healthier, happier lives through simple, nourishing meals and mindful exploration of the world.