Cucumbers
IN SEASON - July, August, September
Cucumbers are scientifically known as Cucumis sativus and belong to the same family as watermelon, zucchini, pumpkin, and other types of squash.
STORAGE TIPS
Wrap cucumbers in moist towel in refrigerator for up to one week. If planning on eating them within a day or two after buying them, they should be fine left out in a cool room.
CULINARY TIPS
Refreshing! Cucumbers have a 95% water content--nearly as thirst quenching as a glass of water. Great in any salad, a salad of its own, or chilled soup.
RECIPES
Photo: Johnny's Selected Seeds