Chicken Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Rounds
Sweet, crisp, and refreshingly light, these apple-cinnamon cucumber rounds are the kind of snack that disappears from the platter before you even sit down. Honeycrisp or Fuji apple slices rest on cool cucumber rounds, then get a drizzle of honey, a dusting of warm Ceylon cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt that ties everything together beautifully. The lemon juice keeps the apple slices bright and adds a subtle tang that balances the sweetness perfectly. A scatter of fresh mint at the end lifts the whole thing with an herbal freshness that makes it feel almost fancy. This is naturally free from any meat or poultry — no substitutions needed, no label-reading required, just whole, simple ingredients doing all the work. It comes together in minutes and works equally well as an appetizer, a healthy afternoon snack, or a colorful addition to a brunch spread.
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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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