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    Cucumber

    Cucumbers are green vegetables with a crisp crunch and mild, fresh flavour. They are a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, alongside melons, zucchini and pumpkin. Cucumbers come in different sizes and varieties, such as Continental, Green and Lebanese.

    Know your varieties
    Continental cucumber
    All year Continental cucumber

    Long and straight with textured green skin and soft seeds. Continental (also called Telegraph) cucumbers are the most popular variety.

    Green cucumbers
    All year Green cucumber

    Green cucumbers are stubby in shape with tougher skin and harder seeds.

    Lebanese cucumber
    All year Lebanese cucumber

    Shorter and smaller than the Continental variety, Lebanese cucumbers are sweet and juicy with soft seeds and a smooth texture.

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    Where are they grown

    To see when this variety is in peak season and Aussie sourced, please view our Fruit and Veg seasonal calendar here.

    How to pick

    Choose vibrant green cucumbers with an even colour and firm skin.

    How to store

    Store cucumbers for up to 10 days in the warmest part of the fridge (the front) as they can become icy and slimy if they become too cold. Once cut, place cucumber in an airtight container.

    How to use

    Enjoy cucumber raw in a salad, poke bowl or add to sushi. Cucumbers can also be used to snack on with dips, or added to drinks and smoothies, pairing well with mint. Rinse before consuming.

    Fun facts
    • Cucumbers are used as a vegetable, but grow from a flower — botanically classing them as a fruit.
    • Their vines have large leaves that help shade and protect cucumbers as they grow.
    • Cucumbers contain vitamin C, which helps support healthy immune function.*

      *When eaten as part of a healthy and balanced diet.
    Food saver tips
    • Pickle older cucumber with vinegar and use on burgers and barbecued meats.
    Cucumber recipes

    Baked Yoghurt Chicken With Tomato, Mint & Cucumber Salad

    Chicken & Cucumber Rolls

    Tuna & Cucumber Sushi

    Potato, Cucumber & Avocado Salad

    BBQ Salmon with Cucumber & Spiced Yoghurt

    Malaysian Satay Beef Steaks with Cucumber & Pineapple Kerabu

    Prawn & Cucumber Poke Bowl

    Mint & Cucumber Spritzer

    Roast Pork with Mango & Cucumber Salsa

    Pan-Fried Salmon With Cucumber Salad

    Jamie's Posh Fish Fingers & Cucumber Salsa

    DIY Barbeque Skewers With Tzatziki And Pita Dippers