Ready & Packaged Foods
All →Vegetables & Legumes
All →Desserts & Confectionery
All →Meat & Protein
All →Grains & Bakery
All →Beverages
All →Milk & Dairy
All →
Very juicy, crisp, mildly sweet, low calorie
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Badem cucumber (120 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 15 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.3 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 19.7 µg of Vitamin K covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 120 g
18
KCAL / 120G
Carbs
4.3g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 15% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 18 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.3 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
Log this food in EatBetter
100,000+ people use it
📸 Scan the code to get the app free.

| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 30 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 12 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 100 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 180 g | 27 kcal |
Calculated from 15 calories per 100 g.
A Badem cucumber tastes mild, slightly sweet and refreshing, with a crisp, juicy bite. Its flavor is close to that of other cucumbers, so it works well raw without needing to be peeled or seasoned.
A Badem cucumber is a cucumber variety known by that name. It is eaten like other cucumbers, fresh or in recipes; its exact size and shape can vary depending on the variety and how it was grown.
Yes, you can pickle Badem cucumbers. Pick them while firm, then leave them whole if they fit your jar or slice them for quicker access to the brine. Keep them fully submerged during pickling.
Badem cucumber refers to a particular type of cucumber, rather than a different vegetable. It is commonly described as short and plump; its mild flavor and crisp texture make it interchangeable with regular cucumber in many dishes.
No, peeling a Badem cucumber is optional. Wash it well and eat the skin if it is tender; peel it if the skin feels tough or you prefer a smoother texture in a salad or dip.
Store Badem cucumbers unwashed in the refrigerator, ideally in the crisper drawer, and wash them just before eating. Keep them dry and away from ethylene-producing fruit such as ripe bananas, which can speed up deterioration.
Yes, the soft seeds inside a Badem cucumber are edible and usually need no preparation. If the cucumber is overripe and the seeds have become large or firm, scoop out the seedy centre for a better texture.
A Badem cucumber should taste mild, not strongly bitter. If it has pronounced bitterness, discard it rather than trying to mask the flavor; some cucumbers can develop bitter compounds under growing stress.
Yes, Badem cucumber works in tzatziki. Grate or finely chop it, then squeeze out excess liquid before mixing it with yogurt, garlic and herbs so the dip does not become watery.
You can freeze Badem cucumber, but it will lose its crisp texture when thawed because it contains a lot of water. Freeze it only if you plan to use it in cooked dishes, not for salads or fresh dips.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
19.68µg · 16% DV
Vitamin A
126µg · 14% DV
B5
0.31mg · 6% DV
Vitamin C
3.36mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
176mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.09mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
29mg · 4% DV
Sodium
2.4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 18 calories in 1 piece (medium) (120 g):
🚶
Walking (5 km/h)
🏃
Running (8 km/h)
🚴
Cycling
🏊
Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Badem cucumber is a Turkish cucumber variety, named for its almond-like shape. It is juicy and crisp, with a gently sweet, mild flavour that is best enjoyed fresh. Its delicate taste works well without much dressing or seasoning.
In Turkey, it may be served raw alongside breakfast foods or chopped into salads; elsewhere, it fits just as easily into sandwiches, a lunchbox or a simple snack. At 15 calories per 100 g, it is a light, refreshing choice. Pair it with yoghurt or herbs for a quick salad, or serve it with a more substantial dip when you want a heartier bite.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 1
Unprocessed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
Ask the AI nutrition coach — calories, portions, alternatives and more, answered in seconds in the app.
Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.