Pork Free Ginger Cucumber Spears

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time0 min

4.7

(24)

Cool, crisp, and alive with bold flavor, these cucumber spears are the kind of snack or side dish that disappears from the plate before you even sit down. Fresh ginger and bright lemon juice do the heavy lifting here, creating a punchy, aromatic marinade that soaks into every spear in just fifteen minutes. A touch of turmeric gives the whole thing a gorgeous golden hue and a subtle earthiness that makes it feel a little more special than your average cucumber situation. The optional cayenne adds a gentle kick, while fresh cilantro or parsley brings a pop of green and herbal freshness to finish it off. Everything in this recipe is naturally plant-based and completely free of any pork-derived ingredients — no hidden additives, no label-reading stress, just clean whole foods you can feel good about. It works beautifully as a light appetizer, a refreshing side alongside grilled proteins, or even a midday snack when you want something that feels vibrant and satisfying without weighing you down.

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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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