Hazelnut Free Ginger Cucumber Spears
Cool, crisp, and punchy with bright ginger heat, these cucumber spears are the kind of effortless snack or side dish that disappears fast. Fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil form a light, zesty dressing that clings to every spear, while ground turmeric adds a gorgeous golden hue and a subtle earthy warmth. The real star is the freshly grated ginger — letting the spears sit for 15 minutes before serving gives that aroma time to bloom and fully infuse the cucumber. A pinch of cayenne and a scatter of fresh cilantro or parsley finish things off with just the right amount of flair. Everything here is whole, simple, and naturally free from tree nuts of any kind, so there's no label-scanning or ingredient second-guessing required. It comes together in one bowl with no cooking involved, making it an ideal last-minute addition to a spread or a refreshing standalone bite on a warm day.
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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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