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Low-calorie and hydrating
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Kınık cucumber (150 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 15 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.4 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.8 g of fiber. Its 24.6 µg of Vitamin K covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 150 g
23
KCAL / 150G
Carbs
5.4g
· 2% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.8g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 79% · Protein 15% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 3 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.4 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% |
| Protein | 1 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.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 150 g | 23 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 38 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 70 g | 11 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 75 g | 11 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 15 kcal |
| 1 cup (chopped) | 104 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 cup (shredded) | 119 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 350 g | 53 kcal |
Calculated from 15 calories per 100 g.
Choose a firm Kınık cucumber with taut, evenly coloured skin and no soft spots or deep bruises. A limp feel, shrivelling, or yellow patches can signal that it is past its best. Avoid cucumbers with a damp or decaying stem end.
No, you do not need to peel a Kınık cucumber. Wash and gently rub it under running water before eating; the skin is edible. Peel it if you prefer a softer texture or notice damage on the outside.
Keep a Kınık cucumber dry in the refrigerator’s crisper drawer. If you have washed it, dry it well before storing, since extra moisture encourages spoilage. Keep it away from ripening fruit such as bananas, which can speed up deterioration.
A sharply bitter Kınık cucumber may contain elevated cucurbitacins, compounds that can cause stomach discomfort. Stop eating it and discard the bitter portion rather than trying to mask the taste. A mild, fresh cucumber flavour is normal; intense bitterness is not.
Yes, rinse a Kınık cucumber under clean running water before cutting, even if you plan to peel it. Washing first helps keep dirt on the skin from transferring to the flesh through a knife. Do not use soap or detergent.
Yes, Kınık cucumber can be pickled. Choose firm, unbruised cucumbers, wash them well, and pack them into a clean jar with your preferred pickling brine. Fresh, crisp cucumbers are more likely to retain a pleasant bite after pickling.
Yes, but freezing changes the texture of Kınık cucumber: after thawing, it is usually watery and soft rather than crisp. Frozen pieces work better blended into a cold soup or drink than served in a fresh salad.
Kınık cucumber has the mild, fresh flavour people generally expect from cucumber. Its exact taste can vary with freshness and growing conditions, so the name alone does not establish a distinctive flavour. Choose a firm cucumber with no sharp bitterness.
Kınık cucumber works well sliced into sandwiches, chopped into salads, or blended into chilled soups and sauces. Add it shortly before serving when you want it to stay crisp; salting it and letting it sit first draws out moisture.
Yes, Kınık cucumber can contribute to hydration because it contains plenty of water. It is a refreshing addition to meals or a snack, but it does not replace drinking fluids, especially after exercise or in hot weather.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
24.6µg · 21% DV
B5
0.39mg · 8% DV
Vitamin C
4.2mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.35µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.06mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
221mg · 7% DV
Manganese
0.12mg · 5% DV
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Sodium
3mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 23 calories in 1 piece (medium) (150 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Kınık cucumber is a cucumber associated with Kınık, enjoyed fresh for its crisp bite and mild, clean flavour. It fits easily into everyday meals: slice it into a salad, tuck it into a sandwich, or serve it alongside a main dish. In Turkey, cucumber is also a familiar part of breakfast and is often paired with tomatoes, olives and cheese; it can be grated into cacık, a cool yoghurt-and-cucumber accompaniment.
With just 15 calories per 100 g, it is a light, hydrating choice rather than a substantial source of energy. Pair it with hummus, yoghurt or cheese for a more filling snack, or add lemon and herbs instead of a heavy dressing.
High
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
0.06g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.05g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.