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Juicy, low-calorie, mildly sweet cucumber variety
In season: Spring · Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Wiener 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 | 0.01 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.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 120 g | 18 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 15 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 25 g | 4 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.
Wiener Cucumber is usually eaten raw in salads, sandwiches, or dips. Its juicy, mildly sweet flavor also works well with yogurt, herbs, and lemon; wash it before slicing.
Yes, Wiener Cucumber skin is edible, so peeling is optional. Keep it on for extra texture, or peel it if the skin feels tough or has damaged spots.
Wiener Cucumber is described as a juicy, mildly sweet cucumber variety. Flavor and texture can vary with growing conditions, so there may not be a dramatic difference from other fresh cucumbers.
Yes, you can pickle Wiener Cucumber using your usual pickling method. Wash it and pack it into a clean jar; its size and freshness affect how easily it fits and how crisp the finished pickles are.
Yes, refrigerate Wiener Cucumber to help keep it fresh. Store it dry in the crisper drawer, and keep cut pieces in a covered container so they do not dry out or pick up odors.
Yes, but freezing changes Wiener Cucumber’s texture: it becomes soft and watery after thawing. It is a poor choice for fresh salads afterward, but the frozen pieces can work in blended cold soups or cooked dishes.
Wiener Cucumber can taste bitter when growing conditions stress the plant or the fruit develops unevenly. If the bitterness is strong, discard it; if it is limited to the skin, peeling may improve the taste.
Yes, the seeds in Wiener Cucumber are edible and are normally eaten with the rest of the cucumber. If they have become large and the center feels soft, scoop out that portion for a firmer texture.
Yes, Wiener Cucumber works well in both because its mild sweetness and juicy crunch pair easily with leafy greens, cheese, and sandwich fillings. Slice it shortly before serving to keep the pieces crisp.
Yes, Wiener Cucumber can generally fit into meals for people with diabetes, since cucumber is low in carbohydrate. The other foods and sauces in the meal also matter, so follow your clinician’s individual advice if you have a diabetes meal plan.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
19.68µg · 16% DV
B5
0.36mg · 7% DV
Vitamin C
3.36mg · 4% DV
Biotin
1.08µg · 4% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
176mg · 5% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 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):
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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.
Wiener Cucumber is a fresh cucumber variety associated with Vienna. It has the familiar crisp, juicy flesh of cucumber, with a mild sweetness, and can be eaten raw with the skin on or peeled. In Austria and elsewhere, it fits naturally into salads, sandwiches and simple plates served alongside bread, cheese or cold cuts; it also makes an easy, refreshing snack. It is low in calories, with 15 calories per 100 g, and adds crunch without making a meal feel heavy. Pair it with yogurt-based dips or herbs, or slice it into a salad for a lighter side.
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.