Artificial Food Coloring Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Rounds
Fresh fruit and vegetables are the stars here, and every single ingredient is exactly what it says it is — no dyes, no artificial additives, nothing hiding in a label. The crisp cucumber base pairs beautifully with thin slices of sweet apple, and a drizzle of honey with warm Ceylon cinnamon ties the whole thing together in a way that feels almost fancy for something this effortless. A squeeze of lemon keeps the apple bright and adds a subtle tartness that balances the sweetness perfectly. Torn fresh mint scattered on top gives it a pop of color and a cool, herby finish that makes these rounds look as good as they taste. This is the kind of snack or appetizer that's genuinely hard to stop eating, and it comes together in minutes with zero cooking required. For anyone navigating a diet free from synthetic dyes, this is a refreshing reminder that real ingredients can be vibrant and beautiful all on their own.
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4 servings
- 1 large english cucumber
- 1 medium apple (such as honeycrisp or fuji), cored and thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp honey
- ¼ tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 pinch fine sea salt
- 2 tbsp fresh mint leaves, torn (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Slice the cucumber into rounds about 1/4-inch thick and arrange them in a single layer on a cutting board or serving platter.
- 2
In a small bowl, toss the apple slices with the lemon juice until evenly coated.
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