Description
This Creamy Cucumber Salad is a refreshing and crisp side dish combining thinly sliced cucumber, radishes, and Granny Smith apples tossed in a tangy, creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, and parsley. Perfect for warm days or as a crunchy accompaniment to your favorite meals.
Ingredients
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Vegetables and Fruits
- 1 large cucumber (sliced)
- 8 red radishes (thinly sliced)
- 2 Granny Smith apples (sliced)
Dressing
- ¼ cup mayonnaise (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
- â…› cup minced fresh parsley
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables and fruits: In a large bowl, toss together the sliced cucumber, thinly sliced radishes, and sliced Granny Smith apples to combine all fresh ingredients evenly.
- Make the dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, fresh lemon juice, minced parsley, and season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper until smooth and well mixed.
- Toss salad with dressing: Pour the prepared dressing over the cucumber mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to ensure everything is evenly coated with the creamy dressing.
- Refrigerate: Cover the salad and refrigerate it for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and to chill the salad before serving.
- Serve cold: Once chilled, serve the creamy cucumber salad cold as a refreshing side dish to complement your meal.
Notes
- Use firm and fresh cucumbers and radishes for the best crunch.
- For a lighter dressing, substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- Adjust vinegar and lemon juice to taste for preferred tartness.
- This salad can be prepared a few hours ahead but is best within 24 hours to maintain freshness.
- Make sure to slice apples thinly to blend well and avoid overpowering other flavors.
