Gut Friendly Ginger Cucumber Spears

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(24)

Cool, crisp, and loaded with anti-inflammatory ingredients, these cucumber spears are the kind of snack that feels as good as it tastes. Fresh ginger is the real star here — finely grated and whisked into a bright lemon and olive oil dressing that clings to every spear and delivers a gentle, warming kick. Turmeric adds a golden hue and earthy depth, while a pinch of cayenne gives you the option to turn up the heat just a little. Cucumbers are naturally easy on the digestive system, and pairing them with ginger and lemon creates a combination long celebrated for supporting a happy gut. The short marinating time at room temperature is all it takes for the flavors to meld beautifully — no cooking, no fuss, no special equipment. A scatter of fresh cilantro or parsley at the end adds a pop of color and herbal brightness that makes the whole plate look as good as it tastes. Whether you serve these alongside a meal or reach for them as an afternoon snack, they come together in minutes and disappear just as fast.

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Ingredients

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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