Yeast 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, lightly sweet, and just a little spicy from fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon. The dressing comes together in seconds with apple cider vinegar, honey, and sea salt, and a short rest at room temperature lets everything soften just enough to meld into a cohesive, flavor-packed relish. Many store-bought condiments and pickled products sneak in yeast-derived ingredients or fermented additives, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in every bite. This recipe keeps things clean and simple — no fermentation, no hidden fillers, just whole ingredients doing the work. A scatter of fresh mint at the end lifts the whole thing and makes it feel a little fancy without any extra effort. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, pile it onto a grain bowl, or eat it straight from the bowl as a light snack — it genuinely works every 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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