Cucumber
What is Cucumber?
Cucumbers are long, green fruits that grow on vines. They are typically eaten fresh, pickled, or used in salads. The most common varieties are slicing cucumbers and pickling cucumbers.
Is Cucumber vegan?
Cucumber is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Cucumber gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Cucumber a major allergen?
Cucumbers are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Cucumber used for?
Cucumbers are often used in food products for their fresh flavor and crisp texture.
Is Cucumber safe?
Cucumbers are a vegetable and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient.
Why it's used
Cucumbers are often used in food products for their fresh flavor and crisp texture. They are commonly found in pickles, relishes, dips, salsas, and deli salads. Manufacturers use them to add a refreshing taste and bulk to these products.
Health notes
Cucumbers are a vegetable and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a source of hydration and contain some vitamins and minerals. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated cucumbers as a food item. No significant health concerns are associated with the consumption of cucumbers in typical amounts.
Allergen info
Cucumbers are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Cucumber
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