Apple Cucumber Salad with Creamy Yogurt Dressing
This Apple Cucumber Salad with Creamy Yogurt Dressing is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the crispness of apples and cucumbers with a luscious, minty yogurt dressing. Perfect for summer picnics or casual dinners, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also packed with nutrients, making it a guilt-free addition to any meal. The unique flavor profile and colorful presentation will impress your guests and make it a staple in your warm-weather repertoire.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large apples (Honeycrisp recommended)
- 2 cups Persian or mini cucumbers, sliced
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1 tsp garlic powder or 2 cloves garlic
- 2 Tbsp lemon juice
- 2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp honey
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by blending Greek yogurt, fresh mint leaves, garlic powder (or minced garlic), lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a food processor until smooth.
- Slice the apples and cucumbers into thin pieces while keeping the skins on for added texture.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples and cucumbers. Drizzle the creamy yogurt dressing over them and toss gently to mix. Season with additional salt and pepper as desired. Serve immediately for peak freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg