Xanthan Gum 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 add a warm, aromatic sweetness, while a squeeze of fresh lemon juice keeps the apple slices bright and prevents any browning. A pinch of sea salt ties everything together in that perfect sweet-savory way that makes you reach for another round before you've even finished the first. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of thickeners and stabilizers — no gums, no additives, just whole foods doing all the heavy lifting. That's actually what makes this kind of recipe so satisfying: there's nothing to scrutinize on a label because there are no labels involved. Torn fresh mint scattered on top adds a cool, herbal finish that makes the whole platter look effortlessly put-together. Serve it immediately for the best texture, when the cucumber is still snappy and the apple slices have just enough time to soak up that honey-cinnamon drizzle.
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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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