Coumadin® (Warfarin)
This recipe is safe for Coumadin (warfarin) users.
Lactose
This recipe is safe for those who are lactose intolerant.
Sodium
This is a low sodium recipe.
GERD / Acid Reflux
This recipe contains GERD triggers and those with GERD may wish to avoid it.
Gluten Sensitivity
This recipe is safe for those who are sensitive to gluten. Use gluten-free tamari sauce in this dish.
"Pickles are cucumbers that sold out."
-Mitch Hedberg, Comedian
Seeding cucumbers is really rather simple. Use a grapefruit spoon to scoop down the middle of each half. The serrations on the grapefruit spoon make quick and easy work and leave you with a fairly uniform result.
Servings: 6 | Serving size: 4 ounces cucumbers
Cooking Time: 45 Minutes
This recipe can be multiplied by 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8.
This recipe makes great leftovers. Cooking time includes marinating time.
2 | english cucumbers (peeled, seeded and sliced) |
1 tsp | sugar |
1 Tbsp | low sodium soy or gluten-free tamari sauce |
2 Tbsp | rice wine vinegar |
1 tsp | sesame oil |
2 tsp | sesame seeds |
fresh ground black pepper (to taste) |
Peel the cucumbers and slice in half. Seed each half and slice into thick half moons. Place in a large bowl and let sit for about five minutes. Drain and pat dry on paper towels and return to the bowl.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all the remaining ingredients and pour over the cucumbers. Mix well and let marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 4 ounces cucumbers
Servings: 6
Amount Per Serving
Calories 42 | Calories from Fat 27 |
% Daily Value |
Total Fat 3g | 5% |
Saturated Fat 0g | 2% |
Monounsaturated Fat 1.2g | |
Trans Fat 0g | |
Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
Sodium 91mg | 4% |
Total Carbohydrates 3g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Sugars 1g | |
Protein 1g |
Vitamin A 1% | Vitamin C 5% |
Calcium 3% | Iron 3% |
Vitamin K 7 mcg | Potassium 139 mg |
Magnesium 17.4 mg |