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General Produce
Cucumbers, Common
- Fancy
- Select
Cucumbers should be firm, well-shaped, and have an even dark green color and uniform size. Cucumbers may be treated with an edible wax to prvent moisture loss and enhance appearance. Avoid cucumbers that are shriveled, yellow in color, or have soft spots.
Short-term storage recommendation (7 days or less)
- 45-50° F/7-10° C
- 85-90% relative humidity
Pitting, water-soaked spots, and decay indicate chill injury. Shriveling can occur if cucumbers are stored in an area with low humidity. Store properly.
Yellowing and softening can occur if cucumbers are exposed to ethylene gas. Storing at high temperatures may also promote yellowing. Keep cucumbers away from ethylene-producing fruits and ripening rooms.
Soft, sunken ends, and a loose seed cavity result when product is over-mature.
- Purée cucumbers, cilantro, Italian parsley, green onions, honeydew melon, ginger, yogurt, and olive oil; serve green gazpacho topped with grilled shrimp.
- Mix finely minced pickled cucumbers, baby dill, and garlic into ground turkey; patty and grill.
Nutritional Information
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
