Overview
Refreshing cucumber for salads and pickles; very hydrating and low calorie.
- Standard portion: 100 g
- Approx. 14 kcal per serving
IngredientsShow details
- Cucumber
Serving guidanceShow details
Best with
- Yogurt or tofu (protein)
- Sesame oil or olive oil (fat)
- Vinegar pickling (flavor)
Use caution with
- Too much salt in pickles (sodium)
- Heavy creamy dressings (calories)
- Over-peeling (fiber loss)
Pros & consShow details
Pros
- Very hydrating
- Very low calorie
- Crisp texture
Cons
- Low protein
- Low micronutrients vs colorful veg
- Can be watery in cooking
Calorie comparisonShow details
| Serving | Calories | Protein (P) | Carbs (C) | Fat (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 serve100 g | 14 kcal | 1 g | 3 g | 0 g |
Per 50 g50 g | 7 kcal | 0.5 g | 1.5 g | 0 g |
Per 100 g100 g | 14 kcal | 1 g | 3 g | 0 g |
Per 150 g150 g | 21 kcal | 1.5 g | 4.5 g | 0 g |
Per 200 g200 g | 28 kcal | 2 g | 6 g | 0 g |
Per 250 g250 g | 35 kcal | 2.5 g | 7.5 g | 0 g |
