Artificial Flavors Free Ginger Cucumber Spears
Fresh ginger, bright lemon juice, and a whisper of turmeric do all the heavy lifting here, delivering bold, layered flavor without a single synthetic shortcut. That matters more than it might seem — store-bought pickled or seasoned cucumber snacks are notorious for hiding artificial flavor enhancers and preservatives behind vague label language. Every ingredient in this recipe is exactly what it says it is: real citrus, real root, real olive oil. The result is a crisp, cooling snack with a gentle heat from cayenne that builds slowly and feels genuinely satisfying. After a quick 15-minute rest in the dressing, the spears soak up that gingery, golden marinade and become something far more interesting than plain cucumber. It comes together in one bowl with almost no effort, making it an easy go-to for anyone who wants clean, vibrant food without second-guessing what's in it.
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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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