Alpha Gal Friendly Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Relish
Crisp cucumber meets tart Granny Smith apple in a bright, lightly spiced relish that feels like a farmers market in a bowl. The dressing comes together in seconds — apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon whisked into something that smells absolutely incredible before you've even picked up a fork. After a quick 20-minute rest, the cucumber and apple soften just enough to soak up all that tangy-sweet flavor without losing their satisfying crunch. Every single ingredient here is plant-based and straightforward, which makes this a genuinely stress-free option for anyone navigating mammalian meat and byproduct sensitivities — no hidden animal-derived additives to second-guess. A handful of fresh mint stirred in at the end adds a cool, herby lift that takes the whole thing up a notch. Serve it alongside grilled fish or poultry, pile it onto tacos, or eat it straight from the bowl — honestly, no judgment.
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4 servings
- 1 large english cucumber (about 12 oz), thinly sliced into rounds
- 1 medium granny smith apple, cored and thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tbsp fresh mint leaves, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, honey, grated ginger, ground Ceylon cinnamon, and sea salt until the honey is fully dissolved and the dressing is smooth.
- 2
Combine the sliced cucumber and apple in a large mixing bowl. Pour the dressing over the top and toss until every piece is evenly coated.
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