Cucumber Celery Salad
A refreshing salad that combines crisp cucumbers, crunchy celery, and sweet-tart green apples, all tossed in a zesty dressing.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 2 pieces cucumbers, diced Choose firm cucumbers for the best texture.
- 2 stalks celery, chopped
- 1 piece green apple, diced Granny Smith apples work well for a tart flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Any mild oil can be used.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Freshly squeezed lemon juice is preferred.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (optional, such as parsley or mint) Add for additional flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, chopped celery, and diced green apple.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Optionally, add fresh herbs for extra flavor.
Serving
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator before serving.
Notes
This salad is versatile; feel free to swap ingredients based on what you have on hand. For example, red apples or snap peas can be used instead of green apples or celery. Store leftovers in an airtight container but expect some texture change.