Fresh Cucumber Crisp Hydrating Salad Vegetable

Cucumbers are a widely cultivated, annual, creeping vine plant in the gourd family (Cucurbitaceae) known for its edible, cylindrical fruits, which are botanically berries, though often used as a vegetable.


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This fresh cucumber is a versatile, low-calorie vegetable ideal for salads, sandwiches, raita, smoothies and healthy snacking at home. Naturally high in water content, it helps keep you hydrated while adding a crisp, refreshing taste to your meals and snacks. Rich in vitamins and minerals, cucumber supports digestion, light eating plans and balanced diets. Perfect for families, fitness enthusiasts and home cooks, it suits everyday Indian recipes and quick bites. Carefully selected for firmness and freshness, it is easy to slice, grate, pickle or juice as needed. Delivered with care from NO 44 CTHROADTIRUMULAIVOYAL to your kitchen, it makes healthy eating simple, convenient and enjoyable.

High water content keeps you naturally hydrated
Low in calories, ideal for weight management
Crisp texture adds freshness to salads
Rich in essential vitamins and minerals
Supports digestion with natural dietary fiber
Versatile for salads, raita, sandwiches and juices

Rinse the cucumber thoroughly under running water. Pat dry with a clean cloth. Peel if desired or leave the skin on after scrubbing gently. Slice, dice or grate as needed for salads, raita, sandwiches or juice. Store uncut cucumbers in the refrigerator and use within a few days.

Yes, eating cucumber every day can be good for most people. It is low in calories, high in water, and contains vitamins and minerals that support hydration and digestion. Include cucumber in salads, raita or as a snack, but balance it with other vegetables for complete nutrition.

Botanically, cucumber is a fruit because it develops from the flower of the plant and contains seeds. However, in cooking and everyday use, cucumber is treated as a vegetable. You typically use it in savory dishes like salads, sandwiches, raita and pickles rather than in desserts.

Eating cucumber offers several benefits. Its high water content helps keep you hydrated, while being low in calories makes it suitable for weight management. Cucumber also provides vitamins, minerals and fiber that support digestion, skin health and overall well-being, especially when eaten raw and fresh regularly.

You can eat cucumber at night, as it is light, hydrating and low in calories, making it a gentle option for late snacks. However, some people with sensitive digestion may feel mild discomfort from too much raw cucumber. Start with small portions and observe how your body responds.

To keep cucumber fresh, store it unwashed in the refrigerator, ideally in the vegetable crisper. Place it in a perforated bag or loosely wrapped paper to allow airflow. Avoid cutting it until needed. Once sliced, keep it in an airtight container and consume within one to two days.