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Cucumber Fennel Salad 💚 This is the most delicious salad and SO simple 😻. I almost didn’t share this because of how simple it is but trust me… You’ll be addicted!
I always get asked what seasoned salt I use, and here it is! I’m obsessed with it.
If you loved this recipe, check out my Fennel & Arugula Salad!
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Why You’ll Love Cucumber Fennel Salad
This salad truly is freaking delicious! It’s one of those recipes in which simplicity is key. It’s so fresh, and easy. I like to make it when I want a quick light meal, or when I am hosting!
How To Prepare Cucumber Fennel Salad
🥒 First, slice the cucumbers and quarter those slices.
🥬 Secondly, thinly slice the fennel with a mandolin or potato peeler.
🍏 Cube the apple (skin on) in tiny cubes.
🍋 Whisk together the honey, dijon, lemon juice, seasoned salt and olive oil.
💚 Lastly, combine the cucumber, fennel, apple, chives and sesame seeds in a bowl. Then, add in the dressing. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
Substitutions and Variations
- You can use agave nectar instead of honey. Personally I don’t love it with maple syrup but feel free to give it a shot.
- I used green apples, because they are a bit more acidic and works better with this recipe, but you can use your apple of choice!
- You can use Persian or regular cucumbers instead of English cucumber.
- I used chives but herbs are always very easy to swap for your favorite ones!
Chef Nadia’s Tip
Chop everything small, so you can get a taste of everything in every bite.
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Common Questions
I use Peg’s Seasoned Salt. I highly recommend it!
You can use any apple of your choice. Personally, I prefer green apple for this recipe, because they are a bit more acidic.
Yes of course! You can use Persian cucumbers as well instead of English cucumbers.
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumbers
- 1 Fennel bulb, large
- 2 Green apples, small
- 3 tbsp Chives
- 1 tbsp Black sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp Sesame seeds, toasted
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 2.5 Lemons, juice, fresh
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup Olive oil, plus 2 tbsp
- Seasoned salt , to taste
Instructions
- First, slice the cucumbers and quarter those slices.
- Secondly, thinly slice the fennel with a mandolin or potato peeler.
- Cube the apple (skin on) in tiny cubes.
- Whisk together the honey, dijon, lemon juice, seasoned salt and olive oil.
- Lastly, combine the cucumber, fennel, apple, chives and sesame seeds in a bowl. Then, add in the dressing. Let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
