Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Lebanese Cucumber ?
A short, seedless, thin-skinned variety of cucumber with a mild, sweet flavor and crisp, juicy texture, popular in Middle Eastern cuisine.
"The delicate, non-bitter secret to refreshing Mediterranean salads."
Quel goût a le/la/l'Lebanese Cucumber ?
Mild,Sweet,Refreshing,Watery
- Taste
- Mild, Sweet, Refreshing, Slightly Grassy
- Texture
- Crisp, Juicy, Tender skin, Practically Seedless
- Aroma
- Fresh, Green, Subtle
- Acidity
- Low
Technical Metrics
Key Nutrient
Vitamin K
Optimal Storage Temperature
10-12°C
Water Content
95-97%
Valeurs nutritionnelles
Per 100g (1 medium cucumber)Le secret du chef
For maximum crispness in salads, always chill Lebanese cucumbers thoroughly before slicing. Their tender skin means no peeling is needed, preserving beneficial nutrients.
Substituts & Proportions pour Lebanese Cucumber
Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Lebanese Cucumber est Persian Cucumber, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Very similar in size, thin skin, mild flavor, and crisp texture.
| Substitut | Proportion | Idéal pour |
|---|---|---|
| Persian Cucumber Meilleur | 1:1 | Very similar in size, thin skin, mild flavor, and crisp texture. |
| English Cucumber | 1:1 (cut into smaller pieces) | Seedless and thin-skinned, but larger and slightly less intense flavor. |
| Kirby Cucumber | 1:1 | Crisp texture, but often has more prominent seeds and thicker skin requiring peeling. |
| Zucchini (raw) | 1:1 | For crunch in salads, but flavor is less sweet and distinct. |
Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Lebanese Cucumber
- Look for firm, bright green cucumbers without blemishes or soft spots.
- Store in the crisper drawer.
Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Lebanese Cucumber ?
- Yogurt (Tzatziki)
- Mint
- Lemon
- Tomatoes
- Feta Cheese
- Olives
- Hummus
- Olive Oil.
Questions fréquentes
Quel goût a le Lebanese Cucumber ?
Mild,Sweet,Refreshing,Watery Fresh, Green, Subtle
Quel est un bon substitut pour Lebanese Cucumber ?
Le meilleur substitut est Persian Cucumber (1:1). Very similar in size, thin skin, mild flavor, and crisp texture.
Comment choisir et conserver le Lebanese Cucumber ?
Look for firm, bright green cucumbers without blemishes or soft spots. Store in the crisper drawer.
