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Simple Refreshing Salad. Fresh, simple ingredients—apple, cucumber, and tomato—tossed in a light yogurt dressing create a crisp, refreshing side that’s quick to prepare and full of flavor.

This Simple Refreshing Salad is an easy, fast side dish perfect for busy days, barbecues, or picnics. The combination of crisp cucumber, juicy tomato, and tart Granny Smith apple gives a wonderful contrast of textures and bright flavors.

The apple and cucumber add satisfying crunch while the tomatoes bring juicy sweetness. The apple’s slight tartness balances the salad and pairs beautifully with a cooling yogurt-based dressing.

Serve immediately if your ingredients are already chilled, or refrigerate for a short time to let the flavors meld. I make this often because the ingredients are usually on hand and the salad complements many mains. For a lighter dressing I use fat-free plain yogurt, but you can substitute mayonnaise or a flavored yogurt if you prefer. It’s especially delicious at barbecues, picnics, or as a simple accompaniment to weeknight meals.

Instructions

1. Combine the tomatoes, cucumber, and apple in a serving bowl. Add the yogurt and a squeeze of lemon juice.

2. Gently stir to coat the fruit and vegetables with the dressing. Season with a little salt and pepper, then taste and adjust lemon, salt, or pepper as desired.

3. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, or serve immediately if everything is already chilled.

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Simple Refreshing Salad

Yield:
4 – 6

Prep Time:
5 minutes

Total Time:
5 minutes

Fresh cucumber, tomato, and tart apple tossed in a light yogurt dressing—an easy, refreshing salad ideal for many occasions.

Ingredients

• ½ cucumber, chopped into cubes
• 2 medium tomatoes, cubed
• 2 Granny Smith apples, cored and cubed (leave the skin on for crunch)

The dressing:

• 2 tablespoons fat-free plain yogurt (or lemon/lime-flavored yogurt)
• Squeeze of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Add the tomatoes, cucumber, and apple to a serving bowl. Add the yogurt and a squeeze of lemon juice.
2. Stir gently to coat everything with the dressing and season with salt and pepper.
3. Taste and adjust seasoning or lemon. Cover and refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 6
Serving Size: 1

Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 59Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 2mgSodium: 76mgCarbohydrates: 12gFiber: 2gSugar: 8gProtein: 3g

Nutrition information isn’t always accurate

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