Low Sugar Ginger Cucumber Spears
Cool, crisp, and punchy with heat and brightness, these cucumber spears are the kind of snack or side dish that disappears fast. Fresh ginger and lemon juice do all the heavy lifting here, creating a bold, zesty coating that clings to every spear without a drop of sweetener in sight. That's genuinely rare for a packaged or restaurant version of something like this — bottled dressings and pre-marinated vegetables almost always sneak in added sugar, so making it yourself puts you fully in control. A touch of turmeric adds earthy warmth and a gorgeous golden hue, while the optional cayenne gives it a little kick for anyone who likes things lively. The 15-minute rest at room temperature is a small but important step — it lets the ginger aroma bloom and the flavors meld into something that tastes far more intentional than the short ingredient list suggests. Finish with fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley and you've got a vibrant, clean plate that works as an appetizer, a light side, or an afternoon snack worth looking forward to.
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4 servings
- 2 large english cucumbers
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 lemon)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends from the cucumbers and cut each in half crosswise, then cut each half into 6–8 spears by halving lengthwise and cutting each half into thirds or quarters, depending on the cucumber's diameter.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the grated ginger, lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt, and turmeric until combined.
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