Hazelnut Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Rounds
Crisp cucumber meets sweet, spiced apple in a snack that feels refreshing and a little fancy without any real effort. The honey and Ceylon cinnamon bring a warm, fragrant sweetness that plays beautifully against the cool crunch of the cucumber, while a squeeze of lemon keeps the apple slices bright and fresh. A pinch of sea salt ties everything together in that classic sweet-savory way that makes you reach for another round before you've even finished the first. This kind of recipe is a great reminder that store-bought snacks often hide surprising allergens in coatings, flavored seasonings, or shared production lines — here, every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. Torn fresh mint scattered on top adds a pop of color and a herbal lift that makes the whole platter look genuinely beautiful. It comes together in minutes and works just as well as a party appetizer as it does an afternoon snack.
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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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