Napa Cucumber Salad With Lemon Rosemary Dressing

Name: Napa Cucumber Salad With Lemon Rosemary Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 English cucumbers (see note) or 1 armenian cucumber, diced (see note); 1/2 head napa cabbage, thinly sliced; 1/4 jicama, cut in julienne strips; 1 tart apple, diced; 1/2 cup dried cranberries; 1/4 cup chopped walnuts; salt & fresh ground pepper; Dressing; 1/4 cup lemon juice; 1/4 cup canola oil; 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary (very well crumbled); 1 pinch celery seed (see note); 2 tablespoons creme fraiche

Servings: persons

1 English cucumbers (see note) or 1 armenian cucumber, diced (see note)
1/2 head napa cabbage, thinly sliced
1/4 jicama, cut in julienne strips
1 tart apple, diced
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
salt & fresh ground pepper
Dressing
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary (very well crumbled)
1 pinch celery seed (see note)
2 tablespoons creme fraiche

1
Toss the vegetables and fruit together in a large salad bowl until well mixed.
2
Beat the dressing together well with a fork or a whisk and pour over the salad.
3
Allow to stand in the fridge for 1 hour.
4
Toss again to blend flavors well.
5
Garnish with walnut halves, dried cranberries, and a sprig of fresh rosemary if desired.
6
Note: English cukes and Armenian cukes are longer than standard slicers as well as completely free of bitterness. If you have neither you can substitute ordinary slicing cucumbers that have been peeled and, if necessary, seeded. You'll need about 2-3 cups.
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Note: The 'Zaar database has several recipes for creme fraiche substitutes. Otherwise try substituting plain yogurt, buttermilk, or mayonnaise after the contest.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 English cucumbers (see note) or 1 armenian cucumber, diced (see note), 1/2 head napa cabbage, thinly sliced, 1/4 jicama, cut in julienne strips, 1 tart apple, diced, and more.

Yes, Napa Cucumber Salad With Lemon Rosemary Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!