Caffeine Free Ginger Cucumber Spears
Cool, crisp, and loaded with bright flavor, these cucumber spears are the kind of snack or side dish that looks effortless but tastes like you actually tried. Fresh ginger and lemon juice do the heavy lifting here, creating a zingy, aromatic coating that soaks into every spear during a quick 15-minute rest. A touch of turmeric adds a warm golden hue and subtle earthiness, while the optional cayenne gives you just enough heat to keep things interesting. Everything on this ingredient list is naturally free of stimulants, so you can enjoy a genuinely energizing-tasting dish without any of the jittery side effects. It comes together in a single bowl with nothing more than a whisk and a knife, making it an ideal last-minute addition to a spread or a refreshing standalone snack. Finish it with fresh cilantro or flat-leaf parsley and you've got something that looks beautiful on a plate and tastes even better.
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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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