Pecan Free Apple-Cinnamon Cucumber Rounds
Sweet, crisp, and refreshingly light, these apple-cinnamon cucumber rounds are the kind of snack that looks fancy but comes together in minutes with zero cooking required. Thin slices of juicy apple rest on cool cucumber discs, 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 and makes it feel genuinely special on a platter. Every single ingredient here is naturally free from tree nuts, so there's no label-reading stress or substitution gymnastics involved — just wholesome, produce-forward snacking. These rounds work equally well as an appetizer for guests or a quick afternoon pick-me-up, and the combination of textures — crisp cucumber, tender apple, sticky honey — makes each bite genuinely satisfying.
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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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