The European cucumber (also known as English cucumber[1][2]) is a variety of "seedless" cucumber that is longer and slimmer than other varieties.

It does not have a layer of wax on it, and the skin is tender when ripe.[3][4]

These cucumbers may come wrapped in plastic for longer shelf life and better freshness. As a seedless variety, they do not have to be seeded or peeled before consuming.[1][5]

Often used in salads and for pickling,[1][2] European cucumbers can be more expensive and less flavorful than some other types of cucumber.[5]

References

  1. 1 2 3 Alden, Lori. "Cucumbers". foodsubs.com. Retrieved 22 January 2017.
  2. 1 2 "Hot House Cucumbers". specialtyproduce.com. Retrieved 23 January 2017.
  3. ↑ "European Cucumbers | English Cucumber | Seedless". Archived from the original on 29 March 2014. Retrieved 5 June 2014.
  4. ↑ "Cook's Thesaurus: Cucumbers". www.foodsubs.com.
  5. 1 2 Gardener, Geek (27 August 2010). "Growing Cucumber – European Cucumbers". geekgardener.in. Retrieved 23 January 2017.
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