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How to Seed a Cucumber

1. Recipes that call for seeded cucumber (cucumber with the seeds removed) are usually looking for that light fresh taste that comes from the inside of the cucumber. This means that the peel should also be removed.

Use a peeler and remove the dark green outer skin.

Peel the Cucumber

Peel the Cucumber

2. Recipes that call for seeded cucumber (cucumber with the seeds removed) are usually looking for that light fresh taste that comes from the inside of the cucumber. This means that the peel should also be removed.

Use a peeler and remove the dark green outer skin.

Use a Spoon to Remove the Seeds

Use a Spoon to Remove the Seeds

3. Press the spoon down gently into the seed channel and pull toward you to scoop out the seeds. Repeat as necessary to remove them all.

Scoop out the Seeds

Scoop out the Seeds

4. Once the seeds have been removed, the cucumber can be sliced, diced, or grated, depending on the recipe specifications.

Prepare Cucumber for the Recipe

Prepare Cucumber for the Recipe

 

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