cucumbers

When kids help make healthy food, they are more likely to try it. Show kids how to:

❁ scrub cucumbers under running water.

❁ safely peel cucumbers using a vegetable peeler.

❁ measure and mix ingredients.

❁ arrange a plate of colorful vegetables.

Ingredients:

1 small cucumber, peeled, seeded and finely diced or grated (about ½ cup)

1 cup nonfat or low-fat plain Greek yogurt

¼ to ½ teaspoon garlic powder or 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced

¼ teaspoon salt

Ingredients:

⅔ cup vinegar (any type)

⅓ cup water

1 teaspoon salt

2 to 4 teaspoons sugar

1 to 2 Tablespoons seasonings (see Notes)

1½ cups cucumber slices

Directions:

Slicing – most common in grocery stores and good for eating fresh. Usually 6 to 9 inches long with thick skin.

English – found in some grocery stores (wrapped in plastic) and good for eating fresh. Usually 1 to 2 feet long with thin skin.

❁ The most common types of cucumbers can be found in grocery stores year round.

❁ Choose cucumbers that are firm and evenly colored. Avoid those with scars or soft spots.