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Japanese Cucumber

Japanese Cucumber is a crisp, mild-flavored vegetable used widely in salads, sandwiches and Mediterranean, Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines; it’s prized for its cooling, watery texture and refreshing crunch. It’s very low in calories and provides a modest amount of minerals and vitamins — notably 16ug of vitamin K per 100g — along with small amounts of fiber and potassium. Nutritionally, Japanese Cucumber is a light, hydrating choice that contributes vitamins and minerals to a meal but contains only small amounts of pigment-based antioxidants, so pairing it with colorful vegetables will boost overall antioxidant and fiber intake.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Unprocessed · ~0.13€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

S-

Optimal

-

Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Cucumber.

Calories

16 kcal

1% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.7 g

1% RDI

Fat

0.1 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

3.6 g

1% RDI

Sugar

1.7 g

3% RDI

Fiber

0.5 g

2% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

S- · 9.1 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Japanese Cucumber healthy?

Yes, Japanese Cucumber is exceptionally healthy, earning an S Health Grade. It is rich in protective compounds.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Japanese Cucumber?

Japanese Cucumber is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Japanese Cucumber gluten free?

Yes, Japanese Cucumber is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Japanese Cucumber?

100g of Japanese Cucumber contains 16 kcal, 0.7g protein, 3.6g carbohydrates, 0.1g fat, and 0.5g fiber.

Q.04Is Japanese Cucumber vegan?

Yes, Japanese Cucumber is vegan.

Q.06Is Japanese Cucumber lactose free?

Yes, Japanese Cucumber is lactose free.

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