Cucumber is a hydrating and cooling fruit that packs nutrients in every bite, making it a perfect addition to a salad, or a stand-alone snack. Low in calories and packed with water and soluble fiber it aids weight-loss and maintain hydration levels in the body. Cucumbers are packed with antioxidants and helps in reducing blood sugar, prevents constipation and maintain bowel regularity, soothe skin, removes bad breath and promotes weight loss.
Cucumber is best consumed raw in salads, on its own as a snack, cold soup, infused water, mixed with yogurt, etc. It pairs well with spices and herbs like cumin, chives, cayenne pepper, lime, and parsley. It’s a great snack to scoop up dips like hummus, tapenade, guacamole, sour cream and yogurt-based dips. It’s hydrating and cooling powers make cucumber a summer must have.
| Serving Size | 1 (100g) |
|---|---|
| Amount Per Serving Calories |
15 |
| % Daily Value | |
| Total Fat 0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 3g | 1% |
| Dietary Fiber < 1g | 3% |
| Total Sugars 1g | |
| Includes 0g Added Sugar | 0% |
| Protein < 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium 18mg | 2% |
| Iron 0.32mg | 2% |
| Potassium 152mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 4% |
| Vitamin K | 15% |
| Thiamin | 2% |
| Riboflavin | 4% |
| Niacin | 0% |
| Phosphorus | 2% |
| Magnesium | 4% |
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily die. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrient advice. | |