Cucumber, peeled, raw
Per 100 g, Cucumber, peeled, raw provides 10 kcal, making it a very low-calorie food. It contains 0.59 g of protein, 2.16 g of carbohydrate and 0.16 g of fat, with 0.7 g of dietary fibre.
Full nutrition facts per 100 g
| Nutrient | Amount | %DV* |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.59 g | 1% |
| Total fat | 0.16 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.08 g | 0% |
| Carbohydrates | 2.16 g | 1% |
| Fibre | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 136 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 14 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.22 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 3.2 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 4 µg | 0% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie reference diet (FDA). Your needs may differ.
About Cucumber
Peeled cucumber is crisp, watery and mild, used raw in salads, sandwiches, tzatziki-style dips and as a refreshing snack on its own. It's one of the lightest foods around at just 10 kcal per 100 g, with 2.16 g of carbohydrate, 0.59 g of protein and 0.16 g of fat. There's a small amount of fibre at 0.7 g, along with modest potassium (136 mg), calcium (14 mg) and 3.2 mg of vitamin C, and sodium is negligible at 2 mg.
Because it's so low in calories and carries a high water content, cucumber is often used to add bulk and crunch to meals without contributing much energy, which fits comfortably within most eating patterns. Its nutrient levels are modest across the board rather than exceptional, so it's best thought of as a refreshing, low-effort addition to a varied diet rather than a significant source of any one nutrient. A practical tip: leaving the peel on instead boosts fibre slightly, so peel only when the skin's bitterness or wax coating is a concern.