Crunchy Apple Cucumber Salad (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Salad Ingredients

01 - 2 apples, diced
02 - 2 English cucumbers, diced
03 - ¼ cup walnuts, toasted and chopped

→ Dressing Ingredients

04 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
05 - 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
06 - 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt

# Instructions:

01 - In a small bowl, mix the freshly squeezed lemon juice, maple syrup, olive oil, and salt until well combined.
02 - Rinse the apples and cucumbers well. Dice them, keeping the skin on or peeling them based on preference.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, add the diced cucumbers, apples, and toasted walnuts.
04 - Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure even coating. Serve immediately.

# Notes:

01 - Toast walnuts in a dry pan over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Monitor to prevent burning.
02 - Choose crisp, firm apple varieties such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Ambrosia for the best texture.
03 - To keep the salad fresh, dice the apples and cucumbers just before serving.
04 - For additional tartness, add more lemon juice to the dressing. To increase sweetness, add more maple syrup.

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