Gluten Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Relish
Crisp cucumber and tart Granny Smith apple might sound like an unexpected pairing, but together they create something genuinely refreshing — bright, a little sweet, and just complex enough to keep you going back for another forkful. The dressing comes together in seconds with apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh ginger, and a touch of Ceylon cinnamon, which brings a warmer, more delicate spice than the standard supermarket variety. Everything in this relish is naturally free of gluten, so there's no label-checking or ingredient swapping required — just whole, simple produce and pantry staples doing exactly what they should. A short rest at room temperature is all it takes for the cucumber and apple to soften slightly and soak up that tangy-sweet dressing. Fresh mint stirred in at the end adds a cool herbal lift that makes the whole thing feel almost fancy. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, pile it onto tacos, or eat it straight from the bowl — it honestly works either way.
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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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