Celery Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Rounds
Crisp cucumber meets sweet, spiced apple in this refreshing snack that feels fancy enough for a party spread but comes together in minutes. The honey and Ceylon cinnamon drizzle adds a warm, aromatic sweetness that plays beautifully against the cool crunch of the cucumber and the bright pop of lemon juice. Every ingredient here is straightforward and whole — no processed sauces, no hidden additives, just clean produce and pantry staples you can trust. For anyone navigating a celery allergy or sensitivity, this kind of fresh snack can be surprisingly tricky to find ready-made, since celery and celery seed show up in all sorts of dressings and seasoning blends. Making it yourself means you stay fully in control without sacrificing any flavor. A handful of torn mint leaves scattered on top at the end takes the whole thing to another level if you have them on hand. Serve these rounds immediately for maximum crunch and color — they're the kind of bite that disappears fast.
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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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