Yeast Free 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 marinade that soaks into every spear after just a short rest on the counter. A touch of turmeric adds a warm, earthy undertone and a gorgeous golden hue, while a pinch of cayenne gives the option to dial up the heat for anyone who wants it. Because the whole dish is built around fresh vegetables, citrus, and olive oil, there's nothing fermented or processed to worry about — it's naturally free of any yeast-containing ingredients without requiring any substitutions or workarounds. Cilantro or flat-leaf parsley scattered over the top at the end adds a pop of color and herbal freshness that makes the plate look as good as it tastes. This is the kind of recipe that proves simple ingredients, treated well, can be genuinely 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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