Organic Noa Short Cucumber

Cucumber is part of the gourd family and originally from South Asia but grows now on most continents. Cucumber consists of 95% water and, like tomato and squash, it is often perceived, prepared and eaten as a vegetable while it is actually a fruit! The cucumber Noa is the strongest cucumber taste. Pretty short, its skin is dotted with small spines and its flesh is crunchy, its flavor is pleasant and slightly bitter. It is found in spring and summer.

Cucumbers possess nutritional characteristics, such as vitamins A, C and K that help preventing cells damage and cancer, support the immune function and improve bone health and calcium balance. They also contain magnesium and potassium which support nerves transmission and muscles function as well as regulate blood pressure and enzyme reactions. Finally they contain probiotic bacteria that promote healthy digestion and nurture beneficial gut flora.