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Cucumber

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, 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. Averaged from verified sources.

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 Cucumber healthy?

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

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Cucumber?

Cucumber is NOVA 1 - Unprocessed.

Q.05Is Cucumber gluten free?

Yes, Cucumber is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Cucumber?

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

Q.04Is Cucumber vegan?

Yes, Cucumber is vegan.

Q.06Is Cucumber lactose free?

Yes, Cucumber is lactose free.

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