Red Meat Allergy Friendly Ginger Cucumber Spears
Cool, crisp, and loaded with bright flavor, these cucumber spears are a refreshing snack or side that comes together with almost no effort. Fresh ginger and lemon juice do the heavy lifting here, creating a zingy, aromatic coating that makes plain cucumber feel genuinely exciting. A touch of turmeric adds a warm, earthy undertone and a gorgeous golden hue, while a pinch of cayenne brings just enough heat to keep things interesting. Everything in this dish is naturally plant-based and completely free of red meat or any animal-derived proteins, so there's zero concern about hidden allergens sneaking in. A short 15-minute rest lets the spears soak up all that gingery, citrusy goodness before you even plate them. It's the kind of simple, vibrant recipe that works as a light appetizer, a palate cleanser, or a no-fuss side alongside your favorite mains.
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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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