Crisp Apple Cucumber (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Salad Add-Ins
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1/4 cup of toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
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2 crisp cucumbers, diced
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2 apples, cut into small cubes
→ Sauce Mix Components
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1/4 teaspoon of fine salt
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1 teaspoon of cold-pressed olive oil
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1 tablespoon of real maple syrup
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2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice
# Instructions:
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Combine olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and blended.
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Wash your cucumbers and apples thoroughly. Dice them into bite-sized bits. You can keep the skins or remove them—your call.
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In a big bowl, throw in the diced apples, cucumbers, and the toasted nuts.
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Drizzle the prepared dressing over the fruit, veggies, and nuts. Gently mix so everything's evenly coated. Serve right away for the best taste.
# Notes:
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Heat walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes. Stir often to keep them from burning.
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Go for crisp apple types like Granny Smith, Ambrosia, or Honeycrisp for better crunch.
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Cut apples and cucumbers as close to serving time as possible to keep them fresh.
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Want it tarter? Use more lemon juice. Prefer sweeter? Add an extra splash of maple syrup.