Fructose Free Ginger Cucumber Spears
Cool, crisp, and loaded with bold flavor, these cucumber spears are a refreshing side or snack that comes together with almost no effort. The dressing is built from fresh ginger, lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of turmeric — a short, clean ingredient list that keeps things naturally low in free fructose without any complicated substitutions. A quick 15-minute rest in the bowl lets the spears soak up every bit of that bright, aromatic coating, so the flavor is anything but plain. The optional pinch of cayenne adds a gentle kick, while fresh cilantro or parsley brings a pop of color and herbal freshness to the plate. It's the kind of dish that looks like you put in way more effort than you actually did, which is always a win.
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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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