Crisp Cucumber with Bagel Seasoning (Printer version)

Crunchy cucumber combined with savory everything bagel seasoning for a refreshing, low-calorie snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large English cucumber, chilled (approx. 10.5 oz)

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 teaspoons everything bagel seasoning
03 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (optional)
04 - 1 teaspoon olive oil or sesame oil (optional)
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice or rice vinegar (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry the cucumber. Slice into thick rounds or spears as preferred.
02 - Place cucumber pieces in a jar or container with a secure lid.
03 - Add everything bagel seasoning, optional kosher salt, oil, and lemon juice or vinegar to the jar.
04 - Seal the container and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until cucumber is evenly coated.
05 - Serve immediately for crispness or refrigerate up to 30 minutes to blend flavors.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It takes less time to make than it does to open a bag of pretzels, and you feel like a genius for how good it tastes.
  • The everything bagel seasoning brings all that toasty, garlicky, oniony magic without any of the carbs.
  • You can shake it up in the same jar you store it in, so there's almost nothing to clean.
02 -
  • If you skip chilling the cucumber first, you lose half the satisfaction—it needs to be cold and crisp to really shine.
  • Shaking it in the jar is not optional; it's the only way to get even coverage without turning the cucumber into mush.
03 -
  • Use a jar just big enough to hold the cucumbers with a little room to move—too much space and they won't coat evenly.
  • If your seasoning has big salt crystals, crush them lightly first so they distribute better and don't clump in one spot.
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