Cucumbers are now coming into harvest!  This means they are going to be (1) extra crispy and delicious, (2) available for a great price, like, everywhere, (3) available at all area farmer’s markets in a variety of options, and (4) perhaps even available in your very own garden!

Here’s a tip:  Removing the seeds from a cucumber adds more crisp!

·       Peel your cucumber

·       Slice it lengthwise

·       Scoop out the inside seeds (save for your compost pile!)

·       Slice into bite-sized pieces

·       Pile pieces into a colander and place in sink or on paper towels

·       Lightly salt (to draw out juices, hence the reason for paper towels!)

·       Okay, it’s time to snack!  Or add to a tossed salad… or combine with tomatoes and a dressing and serve!

The benefit to doing this is that you will have enhanced the best qualities of a cucumber:  it’s crispiness!  It will no longer be overwhelmed by the seed texture and it’s proclivity to wetness.

Try it and let me know what you think!  And, if you have your own tip for enjoying cucumbers, tell us about it!