Description

Baby cucumber

Baby cucumber is a small, crunchy, and nutritious vegetable that can be eaten raw or cooked. They are also known as mini cucumbers, seedless cucumbers, or cocktail cucumbers. They are usually harvested when they are about 3 to 5 inches long, but they can also grow to full size if desired.

Some of the benefits of baby cucumbers are:

• They are low in calories, carbs, sodium, and fat, but high in water content, which makes them hydrating and refreshing.
• They are rich in phytonutrients, which are plant compounds that have antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties.
• They are good sources of fiber, potassium, vitamin C, and beta-carotene, which support digestion, blood pressure, immunity, and eye health.

Some of the ways to enjoy baby cucumbers are:

• Snacking on them plain or with hummus, cheese, or yogurt dip.
• Adding them to salads, sandwiches, wraps, or sushi.
• Making them into pickles, relish, or tzatziki sauce.
• Grilling them with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
• Roasting them with garlic, herbs, and lemon juice.

How to store baby cucumbers

To store baby cucumbers, you should follow these steps:

• Wash them well and dry them thoroughly.
• Wrap them in a clean dish towel or paper towel to absorb any moisture.
• Put them in a plastic bag that is not sealed tightly or a covered container with some airflow.
• Store them in the refrigerator, but not in the coldest part or near fruits that produce ethylene gas.
• Use them within four to six days.

If you have sliced or cut cucumbers, you should:

• Wrap the cut end in plastic or a beeswax wrap and refrigerate it.
• Place the slices in a paper towel and an airtight container and refrigerate them.
• Use them within two days.