Five reasons to eat cucumber
1- Hydrate yourself with cucumber
Did you know? Cucumber is 96% water. It is therefore one of the lowest-calorie foods, but still retains very interesting properties: remineralization and hydration are its main assets.
2- For good digestion
Well equipped with fibers, the cucumber contributes to the proper functioning of the intestinal transit while contributing to the feeling of satiety. Its richness in water also gives it virtues diuretics and draining.
3- In addition to your skincare routine
With his anti-inflammatory properties, cucumber is the perfect ally for soothe skin irritations. We know the famous cucumber slices placed on the eyes, to reduce the swelling of tired and irritated eyelids, but these washers are also very useful over areas of itching. Its copper contributions, essential to the production of collagen, are also numerous.
4- A source of vitamin K
Cucumber is a source of vitamin K, nutrients that the body needs to solidify the bones. Thus, combining regular consumption of cucumber with foods rich in vitamin D could help increase bone density and reduce the risk of fractures.
Vitamin K is also necessary for the synthesis of proteins which are associated with blood clotting.
5- An ally against anxiety
Thanks to the pyridoxine it contains, the cucumber would help naturally reduce stress and fight against anxiety.
3 quick and easy cucumber recipes
Today we offer you 3 cucumber recipe ideas, perfect for summer!
Made up of more than 90% water, consuming cucumber regularly allows you to hydrate gently. The best way? With a carafe of iced mint-cucumber green tea ! If you have trouble thinking about hydrating yourself, this refreshing blend will be a sure source of motivation.
Mint-cucumber green tea in iced version
Start by filling your carafe with simmering water a little more than halfway. Then steep a bag of mint-cucumber green tea and relax for the 10 minutes while the mixture steeps.
Remove the bag and add a large quantity of ice cubes. To spice up your iced tea, add a few slices of cucumber. And there it is, ready! A simple and refreshing recipe, to enjoy in the height of summer.
The cordial cocktail
To make this slightly sweet and slightly tangy cocktail, you will need:
- mint-cucumber green tea (2 spoons for 500ml of brewed tea
- 100g powdered sugar
- 6 slices of cucumber
- 30ml lime juice
- 50ml of Gin
- 2.5ml of liquid sugar
- 1.25ml anise
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- 15 ice cubes
In a container, pour 150ml of infused mint-cucumber green tea and add 100g of white powdered sugar and 4 slices of cucumber. Add 5ml of lime juice and whisk the mixture until the powdered sugar is diluted.
In a shaker, crush the basil leaves and the remaining 2 cucumber slices. Add 30ml of the cordial, the lime juice, the Gin, the liquid sugar and the anise. Add 10 ice cubes then shake intensely for 20 seconds.
Prepare the glass, add the remaining ice cubes, then pour the mixture through a strainer. Place a basil leaf and a few slices of cucumber as decoration.
Greek yogurt, cucumber, mint and honey dip
To make this recipe you will need:
- 150g cucumber
- 1 clove of garlic
- 10 mint leaves
- 300g Greek yogurt
- 2 teaspoons of acacia honey
- salt and pepper
- sesame seeds
- crackers or wholemeal bread
Start by cutting the cucumber in half, then remove the seeds and finely slice the flesh. Finely chop the mint leaves and grate the garlic clove.
In a bowl, mix the Greek yogurt with honey, salt and pepper. Then add the cucumber, garlic and mint. You can decorate with sesame seeds and a few mint leaves.
Serve chilled with crackers or slices of wholemeal bread!