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Ingredient guide

What to do with cucumbers

Cucumbers are crisp, mild vegetables that bring freshness and crunch without needing to be cooked. Keep the peel for extra texture, or remove some of it if you prefer a softer bite.

What it tastes like

Cool, clean, and lightly sweet with plenty of crunch.

Why it's useful

Cucumbers are useful when a meal needs freshness, texture, or a quick vegetable that does not require the stove.

3 ways to use it

  1. 01
    Make a quick salad

    Slice with tomatoes or greens, then add lemon, pepper, and a small drizzle of oil.

  2. 02
    Turn it into a dip

    Grate or finely chop and stir into Greek yogurt with lemon and seasoning.

  3. 03
    Build a snack plate

    Cut into spears and serve with hummus, cheese, eggs, or another protein.

Keep it fresh

  • →Keep cucumbers refrigerated and wait to wash them until you are ready to use them.
  • →Store cut cucumber in a covered container in the refrigerator.
  • →If the center is especially watery, scoop out the seeds before adding it to a dip or make-ahead salad.
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Lunch · Week 2
Lentil & Cucumber Salad Bowl

Lentil & Cucumber Salad Bowl is a plant-forward lunch made with lentils, cucumber, and red onion.

Diabetes-FriendlyHeart Disease
12 min · Serves 2 · 7 ingredients→
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Lunch · Week 2
Cucumber & Olive Greek Salad

Cucumber & Olive Greek Salad is a crisp, Mediterranean salad made with cucumber, olives, and red onion.

Heart Disease
10 min · Serves 1 · 7 ingredients→
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Snack · Week 2
Cucumber & Olive Snack Plate

Cucumber & Olive Snack Plate is a no-cook snack made with cucumber, olives, and Greek yogurt.

Diabetes-Friendly
5 min · Serves 1 · 3 ingredients→
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Snack · Week 2
Cucumber & Pear Crunch Salad

Cucumber & Pear Crunch Salad is a light, crunchy no-cook snack or side made with cucumber, pear, and leafy greens.

Weight-Conscious
8 min · Serves 1 · 5 ingredients→
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Snack · Week 2
Cucumber Yogurt Dip with Pita

Cucumber Yogurt Dip with Pita is a cooling tzatziki-style snack made with Greek yogurt, cucumber, and lemon.

Weight-Conscious
8 min · Serves 1 · 5 ingredients→
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Snack · Week 2
Hummus & Cucumber Snack Plate

Hummus & Cucumber Snack Plate is a crisp no-cook snack made with hummus, cucumber, and za’atar.

Weight-Conscious
4 min · Serves 1 · 4 ingredients→
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Lunch · Week 2
Hummus & Veggie Pita Pocket

Hummus & Veggie Pita Pocket is a no-cook, plant-forward lunch made with whole wheat pita, hummus, and cucumber.

Heart Disease
7 min · Serves 1 · 5 ingredients→
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Lunch · Week 2
Lentil & Cucumber Hummus Wrap

Lentil & Cucumber Hummus Wrap is a plant-based lunch made with whole wheat pita, hummus, and lentils.

Heart DiseaseDiabetes-Friendly
8 min · Serves 1 · 5 ingredients→
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Lunch · Week 2
Lentil & Olive Mediterranean Bowl

Lentil & Olive Mediterranean Bowl is a hearty Mediterranean lunch bowl made with lentils, olives, and cucumber.

Heart Disease
10 min · Serves 1 · 6 ingredients→
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Lunch · Week 2
Lentil Hummus Power Bowl

Lentil Hummus Power Bowl is a plant-protein lunch bowl made with lentils, hummus, and leafy greens.

Heart Disease
8 min · Serves 1 · 5 ingredients→
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Lunch · Week 2
Mediterranean Chopped Salad

Crunchy cucumber, briny olives, leafy greens, and lemon tossed into a bright no-cook lunch.

Diabetes-FriendlyHeart-Healthy / Low-Sodium
10 min · Serves 2 · 6 ingredients→
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Snack · Week 2
Olive & Egg Snack Plate

Olive & Egg Snack Plate is a quick, practical snack made with eggs, olives, and cucumber.

Diabetes-Friendly
5 min · Serves 1 · 3 ingredients→

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