Cucumbers are low in calories but high in many
important vitamins and minerals.
300-gram unpeeled, raw cucumber contains the
following:
- Calories: 45
- Total fat: 0
grams
- Carbs: 11
grams
- Protein: 2
grams
- Fiber: 2
grams
- Vitamin C: 14%
of the RDI
- Vitamin K: 62%
of the RDI
- Magnesium: 10%
of the RDI
- Potassium: 13%
of the RDI
- Manganese: 12%
of the RDI
Although, the typical serving size is about one-third of a
cucumber, so eating a standard portion would provide about one-third of the
nutrients above.
Additionally, cucumbers have a high water content. In fact,
cucumbers are made up of about 96% water
To maximize their nutrient content, cucumbers should be eaten
unpeeled. Peeling them reduces the amount of fiber, as well as certain vitamins
and minerals.
