HealthyPIG Magazine

Cucumbers are refreshing, juicy members of the gourd family that are popular in summer dishes and salads around the world. Cucumbers thrive in warm temperatures, making them a common addition to the summer garden. Their mild flavor makes them easy to add to many dishes without affecting the taste of the food, making cucumbers an easy way to add servings to small meals. Cucumbers can also be pickled, and they absorb the flavor of brine better than almost any other green. Technically, cucumbers are considered berries, not vegetables. However, their green skin still offers some significant health benefits, as do the rest of the cucumber.