Shellfish Free Ginger Cucumber Spears
Cool, crisp, and electric with fresh ginger, these cucumber spears are the kind of snack or side dish that disappears fast. The dressing comes together in minutes — just grated ginger, bright lemon juice, olive oil, and a golden hit of turmeric whisked into something that smells incredible before you even taste it. A short rest in the bowl lets the spears soak up all that flavor, so every bite is lively and aromatic rather than plain and watery. A pinch of cayenne and a handful of fresh cilantro or parsley finish things off with just enough heat and herbal freshness to make the whole plate feel intentional. Everything here is whole, plant-based, and completely free of any ocean-derived ingredients, so there is zero guesswork about what you are eating. It works beautifully as a light appetizer, a palate-cleansing side, or an afternoon snack when you want something that feels fresh and a little exciting.
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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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