Verduras

Japanese cucumbers

Japanese cucumbers
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Ingredient Information

Name

Japanese cucumbers

Category

Verduras

Popularity

5 recipes

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Inactive

Description

Japanese cucumbers are a type of elongated and thin cucumber, known for their thin skin, intense green color, and crunchy texture. Their flavor is mild and refreshing, with a sweet touch and less bitter than other cucumber varieties, making them ideal for consuming fresh in salads, pickles, and Asian dishes.

Originating from Japan, these cucumbers are primarily cultivated in temperate regions and are valued for their resilience and delicate flavor. Thanks to their size and texture, they are widely used in Japanese cuisine and other Asian gastronomies to prepare sushi, salads, and light side dishes.

Regarding their properties, Japanese cucumbers are low in calories, rich in water, and contain antioxidants, vitamins such as vitamin K, and minerals that help maintain good hydration and promote digestive health.

In Hispanic American countries, Japanese cucumbers may also be known simply as "long cucumbers" or "thin cucumbers". In some places, they are called "Chinese cucumbers" or "oriental cucumbers", although the exact term may vary by region.

Nutritional Properties

0.5g
fiber
0.1g
fat
7mcg
folate
147mg
potassium
1.7g
sugars
15
calories
3.6g
carbohydrates
0mcg
lycopene
0.7g
proteins
3.2mg
vitamin c

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