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Cucumbers: Choosing, Storing, Preparing, and Enjoying

Cucumbers: Choosing, Storing, Preparing, and Enjoying

FSHE-11
Cucumbers: Choosing, Storing, Preparing, and Enjoying

Authored by: Anna Cason Sandra Bastin

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Abstract

Cucumbers are refreshing and delicious. They support our health by providing hydration, fiber, and some nutrients to our eating patterns. Cucumbers generally fall into three groups: slicing cucumbers, pickling cucumbers, or seedless cucumbers. Consider the points below when choosing, storing, and preparing cucumbers so they can be enjoyed in a variety of ways.

Core Details

Publication ID

FSHE-11

Status

Minor Revision

Publication Date

Mar. 31, 2025

Series

Multi-Part Series

N/A


Categorical Details

Publication Area

Language

English

Peer Reviewed?

Yes


Keywords

cucumber, cucumbers, choosing, storing, preparing, enjoying

Contact Information

Tawana Brown
Associate Director, Educational Publications

361 Blazer Dining 343 S. Martin Luther King Blvd. Lexington, KY 40526-0012

+1 (859) 257-7566

tawana.brown@uky.edu