From slices to spears, learn how to cut a cucumber.
This easy step-by-step guide will teach you how to cut a cucumber, whichever variety you have on hand.
Cucumber skin is edible, but some people prefer to remove it for textural or visual reasons.
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If the cucumber skin is waxy, you’ll want to peel the cucumber.
A vegetable peeler will quickly remove the skin with ease.
Whether you’re slicing or dicing, start by cutting off the stem and root ends of the cucumber.
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Step 2 (optional):Cut the cucumber slices in half to make a half-moon shape.
How to Cut Cucumber Spears
Step 1:Slice the cucumber in half lengthwise.
Step 2 (optional):Use the tip of a spoon to scrape out the seeds.
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Step 3:Cut the halves in half lengthwise, so you have four total spears.
you might cut the spears widthwise, depending on the desired length, to make smaller spears.
Chop into bite-size pieces, adjusting the thickness of the cut depending on the desired size.
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when you obtain your cucumber prepped, there are so many delicious recipes you could make.
Cucumber slices are perfect for recipes like aCucumber SandwichorSalmon with Curried Yogurt & Cucumber Salad.
Diced cucumber is tasty in salads likeCucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad.
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If you don’t plan to eat your cucumber right away, learnhow to store cut cucumbers.
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