Turkey Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Relish
Crisp cucumber and tart Granny Smith apple might sound like an unexpected pairing, but one bite of this bright, lightly spiced relish and it all makes perfect sense. The dressing comes together in seconds — apple cider vinegar, honey, fresh ginger, and a whisper of Ceylon cinnamon — and after just 20 minutes of resting, the slices soften into something genuinely special. Ceylon cinnamon brings a gentler, more floral warmth than the standard supermarket variety, so the flavor stays delicate rather than overpowering. A scatter of fresh mint at the end lifts the whole thing and makes it look as good as it tastes. This is the kind of condiment that disappears fast — it works alongside grilled fish, tucked into wraps, or honestly just eaten straight from the bowl with a fork. Everything here is whole, plant-based, and completely free of any poultry-derived ingredients, so there's zero label-reading stress involved. Make it ahead and keep it chilled, but try to enjoy it within a day while the textures are still at their best.
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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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