First things first: Did you know cucumbers are a fruit and not a vegetable? The fruit contains a high water content and has ...

Cucumbers are a staple in most households but are usually sold wrapped in plastic - here's how to store them properly to keep them fresh for longer.

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* Choose cucumbers that are firm and unblemished. Be sure to check the ends to be sure they haven’t softened. Thin ones won’t have many seeds. Avoid those that are turning yellow--cucumbers at ...

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1. Wash cucumbers then slice into rounds or cut into sticks and place on a plate or dish for serving. 2. Finely mince garlic and sprinkle over cucumber. 3. Drizzle cucumbers with sesame oil and ...

Once you’ve tossed the cucumber chunks in salt and sugar, let them rest for 30 minutes. An hour is even better, to coax out water and impart more flavor into the vegetable.