By Devi Poojari
April 15, 2024
Refreshing, hydrating and full of cooling properties, eating cucumbers during the summer can be a great way to combat the scorching heatwave through your diet. From soups to dips, tap to see some of the ways in which you can enjoy this vegetable.
Blend cucumbers with tomatoes, bell peppers, onions, garlic, olive oil and vinegar to make a chilled cucumber gazpacho soup.
Make cucumber sandwiches by spreading cream cheese or hummus on whole-grain bread and layering thinly sliced cucumbers on top.
Mix grated cucumber into Greek yoghurt along with garlic, lemon juice, dill, salt and pepper for a refreshing dip for veggies or pita chips.
Enjoy cucumber sticks with a sprinkle of Tajin seasoning or chilli powder for a zesty and refreshing snack.
Infuse your water with cucumber slices for a refreshing twist; add some mint leaves or lemon slices for extra flavour.
Use cucumber slices instead of rice to wrap up your favorite sushi fillings for a low-carb, refreshing alternative.