6 Ways to Make Decorative Cucumbers
This post was originally published on July 24, 2011 Generally, we peel cucumbers all the way. Sometimes and for the healthier of it, we slice them right away without peeling, or dash the slices with salt and eat them crunchily. Since cucumber is always available, delicious, and easy to slice; you too can serve the veggie in nice-looking slices. This is your time to make fresh cucumber to look like the pros do - which does not even have to be difficult. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you buy an item. 1) Peeled Cucumber This is the most common style. Cut off both ends of your cucumber. Using a kitchen knife or a vegetable peeler, peel the entire vegetable. For some art, run a fork all the way down your peeled vegetable. Move over then slide again until the entire cucumber has been lined with the fork. Slice cucumber into 1/4 thick rounds. 2) Striped Cucumber Trim both ends of your cucumber. Using a k