Tips for Selection :

• Cucumbers should be firm, rounded at their edges and a bright medium to dark green
• They should not be yellow, puffy, have sunken water-soaked areas or be wrinkled around the tip

Nutrition:

• Low in saturated fat and very low in cholesterol and sodium
• Very good source of vitamins C, K, and potassium
• Good source of vitamin A, magnesium, phosphorous, and manganese
  

How to Store :

Cucumbers should be stored in the refrigerator where they will stay fresh for several days. They should not be left at room temperature for too long since this will cause them to wilt. To ensure quality, cucumbers should be used within one or two days.

Varieties:

Hot House Cucumbers