Peanut Free Ginger Cucumber Spears

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(24)

Cool, crisp, and punchy with bright citrus and warm spice, these cucumber spears are the kind of effortless snack or side dish that disappears fast. Fresh ginger does the heavy lifting here, giving each bite a zingy, aromatic kick that pairs beautifully with the tang of lemon juice and the earthy warmth of turmeric. A quick toss in olive oil and sea salt brings everything together, and a short rest at room temperature lets the flavors really sink in. No cooking required, no complicated steps — just a whisk, a bowl, and about fifteen minutes of patience. The optional cayenne adds a gentle heat for anyone who likes a little extra edge, while fresh cilantro or parsley keeps things vibrant and green. It's a naturally clean, whole-ingredient recipe that sidesteps any of the cross-contamination concerns that can come with packaged snacks or restaurant appetizers. Serve it alongside grilled proteins, pile it onto a mezze spread, or just eat it straight from the plate — it holds up beautifully either way.

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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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