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Description/Taste
Persian cucumbers are cylindrical and squat, averaging only 10-15 centimeters in length. Its outer skin is dark green and thin with visible, shallow ridges. The inner flesh is light green with a firm and moist texture and very few, undeveloped seeds. Persian cucumbers provide a sweet and mild taste with a pronounced crunch.
Seasons/Availability
Persian cucumbers are available year-round.
Current Facts
Persian cucumbers, botanically classified as Cucumis sativus, are members of the Cucurbitaceae, or gourd family. There are several different cultivars of Persian cucumbers, both heirloom and hybrid, including Figaro and Cordito. Persian cucumbers have become a favored variety of burpless cucumbers, which is a classification describing its thin skin that is easy to digest and very mild, sweet taste.
Nutritional Value
Persian cucumbers are an excellent source of dietary fiber and vitamins A and C.
Applications
Persian cucumbers can be used in both raw and cooked applications. They can be used raw as a salad ingredient, chopped in salsas, and mixed in creamy dressings. It can also be used on Greek salad pizzas, cooked in a stir-fry, or juiced and used in cocktails and popsicle recipes. Persian cucumbers are a great cooling ingredient in hot dishes and compliment roasted fish and lamb. Persian cucumbers pair well with mint, chilies, mustard, cumin, coriander, parsley, sprouts, watercress, jicama, melon, citrus and fresh cheeses such as chevre, feta, and cotija. Persian cucumbers will keep up to a week when wrapped and sealed in the refrigerator.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
Persian cucumbers have experienced a surge of popularity in the United States since the late 20th century and are beginning to replace common cucumber varieties at both farmers markets and specialty markets. As consumers are becoming more aware of the different varieties available, they prefer the Persian cucumber's sweet taste, almost seedless flesh, crunchy texture, and versatility compared to the common North American cucumber which has many inedible seeds and a watery taste.
Geography/History
The origin of Persian cucumbers is relatively unknown, but it is believed their cultivation evolved from a kibbutz in northern Israel in 1939. Kibbutz are traditional agricultural communities whose economy is reliant on the crops they collectively raise. Many varieties from India, England, and China were cross-bred to create this almost seedless variety. Today Persian cucumbers are widely available at farmers markets and specialty grocers in Europe, Asia, and the United States.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Sushi Kami | San Diego CA | 858-451-7799 |
| Cucina Enoteca | Del Mar CA | 619-239-2222 |
| Donna Jean | San Diego CA | 619-392-0052 |
| Green Acres Campus 2020 | San Diego CA | 619-581-3003 |
| Huntress | San Diego CA | 619-955-5750 |
| Nolita Hall | San Diego CA | 619-618-8820 |
| Vista Valley | Vista CA | 760-758-2800 |
| Herb & Wood | San Diego CA | 619-955-8495 |
| Chosen Foods | San Diego CA | 877-674-2244 |
| La Jolla Country Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-9601 |
| Sushi Ota | San Diego CA | 858-270-5047 |
| Biga | San Diego CA | 949-295-4377 |
| InterContinental Vistal Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Venissimo Cheese Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-847-9616 |
| Orens Fine Foods | San Diego CA | 510-910-2298 |
| Mavericks Beach Club | San Diego CA | 858-999-0348 |
| Crust Pizzeria Solana Beach | Solana Beach CA | 858-356-9925 |
| The Compass | Carlsbad CA | 760-434-1900 |
| Ocean Beach Surf Lodge | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Curated Leu | Encinitas CA |
| Cloak and Petal | San Diego CA | 619-501-5505 |
| Leroy's Kitchen & Lounge | Coronado CA | 619-522-6890 |
| Bikram's Students | San Diego CA | 619-220-6811 |
| Craft and Commerce (Sekscobra Inc.) | San Diego CA | 619-962-5935 |
| La Jolla Beach & Tennis Club | San Diego CA | 858-454-7126 |
| Panama 66 | San Diego CA | 619-702-6373 |
| Backyard Kitchen & Tap | San Diego CA | 619-308-6500 |
| Wheat & Water | La Jolla CA | 858-291-8690 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Grill | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Mitch's Seafood | San Diego CA | 619-222-8787 |
| Park Hyatt Aviara | Carlsbad CA | 760-448-1234 |
| Claire's on Cedros - SKSB | Solana Beach CA | 858-259-8597 |
| Sushi Tadokoro | San Diego CA | 619-347-2792 |
| The Pearl Hotel | San Diego CA | 877-732-7573 |
| Campfire | Carlsbad CA | |
| Mr A's | San Diego CA | 619-239-1377 |
| Snake Oil Cocktail Company LLC | San Diego CA | 858-754-9173 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-487-5562 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 1 | San Diego CA | 858-405-2401 |
| Born & Raised | San Diego CA | 619-550-5412 |
| Fresh Sushi Catering | Carlsbad CA | 858-344-7098 |
| Yummy Sushi | Coronado CA | 619-435-2771 |
| J & Tonys | San Diego CA | 855-634-7664 |
| Hane | San Diego CA | 619-260-1411 |
| Ebullition Brew Works & Gastronomy | Carlsbad CA | 760-842-1046 |
| Fairmont Grand Del Mar | San Diego CA | 858-314-1975 |
| The Crack Shack-San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-795-3299 |
| Nutmeg Bakery & Cafe 2 | Poway CA | 858-397-2922 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (La Jolla) | La Jolla CA | 619-269-4022 |
| Flying Pig Pub & Kitchen | Oceanside CA | 619-990-0158 |
| Top of the Market | San Diego CA | 619-234-4867 |
| Shimbashi Izakaya | Del Mar CA | 858-523-0479 |
| Rubicon Deli India Street | San Diego CA | 619-200-4201 |
| Better Buzz Coffee (Hillcrest) | San Diego CA | 858-488-0400 |
| Well Fed | San Diego CA | 619-799-3675 |
| The Crack Shack-Encinitas | Encinitas CA | 858-735-3093 |
| Bud & Robs New Orleans Bistro | San Diego CA | 619-549-9002 |
| Brandon Matzek- Blogger | San Diego CA | 800-221-9730 |
| Cucina Sorella (Bar) | San Diego CA | 619-281-4014 |
| Tartine | Coronado CA | 619-435-4323 |
| Le Papagayo | Encinitas CA | 760-944-8252 |
| Blade 1936 | Oceanside CA | 760-231-1456 |
| Grossmont-Cuyamaca Community College District | El Cajon CA | 619-644-7585 |
| InterContinental San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-501-9400 |
| Stone Brewing World Bistro & Gardens | Escondido CA | 760-294-7866 |
| Fort Oak | San Diego CA | 619-795-6901 |
| Lauberge Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-259-1515 |
| The Miller's Table | Oceanside CA | 310-694-4091 |
| Cocina De Barrio | San Diego CA | 760-840-1129 |
| Chateau Lake San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-0083 |
| Jack Monaco Creative Consulting | San Diego CA | 619-318-2633 |
| Bistro du Marche by Tapenade | La Jolla CA | 858-551-7500 |
| Cape Rey Carlsbad, a Hilton Resort | Carlsbad CA | 760-602-0800 |
| Town & Country San Diego | San Diego CA | 619-291-7131 |
| Azuki Sushi Lounge | San Diego CA | 619-238-4760 |
| Milton's Delicatessen, Grill & Bakery | Del Mar CA | 858-792-2225 |
| Coasterra | San Diego CA | 619-814-1300 |
| The Crack Shack LA | Los Angeles CA | 619-520-4793 |
| Harumama Teriyaki & Bao | Carlsbad CA | 760-637-5737 |
| The Prado at Balboa Park Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-744-3732 |
| Ballast Point Restaurant - Little Italy | San Diego CA | 619-298-2337 |
| The Wild Thyme Company | San Diego CA | 858-527-0226 |
| Blue Water Seafood Market and Grill | San Diego CA | 619-497-0914 |
| Toast Cafe | San Diego CA | 858-925-7552 |
| Fishery | San Diego CA | 858-272-9985 |
| Coast Catering | Escondido CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Juniper & Ivy | San Diego CA | 858-481-3666 |
| Toast Catering | San Diego CA | 858-208-9422 |
| Communal Coffee | San Diego CA | 619-920-7887 |
| Parq Restaurant and Nightclub | San Diego CA | 619-727-6789 |
| Lodge at Torrey Pines Main | San Diego CA | 858-453-4420 |
| Pendry SD (Lion Fish) | San Diego CA | 619-738-7000 |
| Mary Frese | Coronado CA | 619-435-5425 |
| Madison | San Diego CA | 619-822-3465 |
| Bread & Cie CafƩ | San Diego CA | 619-295-3172 |
| Stone Brewing-Liberty Station | San Diego CA | 619-269-2100 |
| Cal A Vie | Vista CA | 760-945-2055 |
| Crust Pizzeria Carlsbad 2019 | Carlsbad CA | 760-944-1111 |
| Stake Chophouse & Bar | Coronado CA | 619-522-0077 |
| The Crack Shack Pasadena | Pasadena CA | 619-520-4793 |
| The Crack Shack Costa Mesa | Costa Mesa CA | 619-450-7978 |
| Marriott Marina Kitchen | San Diego CA | 619-234-1500 x6113 |
| Harumama | San Diego CA | 619-269-7122 |
| Mille Fleurs | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-756-3085 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Serea Restaurant | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Small Bar | San Diego CA | 619-795-7998 |
| Grass Skirt | San Diego CA | 858-412-5237 |
| International Smoke Del Mar | San Diego CA | 702-683-7590 |
| Village Vino | San Diego CA | 619-546-8466 |
| Mangia Mangia (Mirarmar) | San Diego CA | 858-736-5733 |
| Waverly | Cardiff CA | 619-244-0416 |
| The Wise Ox | San Diego CA | 619-851-0672 |
| Catering By Felicia G. | San Diego CA | 619-742-4747 |
| Love Boat Sushi-San Marcos | San Marcos CA | 760-471-7722 |
| KI's | Encinitas CA | 760-436-5236 |
| Harumama Carlsbad | Carlsbad CA | 858-999-4073 |
| Catania La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 619-295-3173 |
| Blue Ocean La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-999-4073 |
| Scuderie Italia | San Diego CA | 858-352-6912 |
| Pokewan (Del Mar) | San Diego CA | 858-847-2881 |
| Shorehouse Kitchen | La Jolla CA | 858-459-3300 |
| insideOUT | San Diego CA | 619-793-9221 |
| Crust Pizzeria-Carmel | San Diego CA | 858-350-3400 |
| Inn at Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe CA | 858-381-8289 |
| Mesa College | San Diego CA | 619-388-2240 |
| You & Yours Distilling (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 214-693-6619 |
| Dija Mara | Oceanside CA | 760-231-5376 |
| Kettner Exchange | San Diego CA | 312-415-5455 |
| Tahona (Kitchen) | San Diego CA | 619-573-0289 |
| Cardellino | San Diego CA | 619-722-3398 |
| The Butchery | San Diego CA | 858-345-1524 |
| Love Boat Sushi-Oceanside | Oceanside CA | 760-721-3737 |
| Prager Brothers (Encinitas) | Encinitas CA | 760-331-7332 |
| Landons East Meets West | San Marcos CA | 760-304-4560 |
| Animae | San Diego CA | 619-925-7908 |
| Bishop School | San Diego CA | 858-459-4021 x212 |
| Terra Restaurant | San Diego CA | 619-293-7088 |
| Addison Del Mar | Del Mar CA | 858-350-7600 |
| Ron Oliver | San Diego | 619-295-3172 |
| Bahia Resort Hotel | San Diego CA | 858-488-0551 |
| Graze | San Diego CA | 619-839-9852 |
| Scrimshaw Coffee | San Diego CA | 951-663-2207 |
| Snooze - La Jolla | La Jolla CA | 858-483-5556 |
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Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 55 days ago, 9/02/20 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 89 days ago, 7/30/20 Sharer's comments : Persian Cukes are here for summer ! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 90 days ago, 7/29/20 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 104 days ago, 7/15/20 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 118 days ago, 7/01/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Persian Cucumbers 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 129 days ago, 6/20/20 Sharer's comments : Persian cucumbers from Beylik Family Farms 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St. San Diego CA About 135 days ago, 6/14/20 Sharer's comments : Beautiful Persian Cucumbers always available at Specialty! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Family Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States890 Oak Ave Filmore CA 93015 1-805-732-1441 About 160 days ago, 5/20/20 Sharer's comments : Cuco putting out the fresh persian cucumbers š„ for the day 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 223 days ago, 3/18/20 Sharer's comments : Best Persian Cucumbers going! 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock st. San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 233 days ago, 3/08/20 Sharer's comments : Persian cucumbers in stock at Specialty Produce! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States890 Oak Ave. Filmore CA 93015 1-805-732-1441 About 237 days ago, 3/04/20 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States890 Oak Ave. Filmore CA 93015 1-805-732-1441 About 244 days ago, 2/26/20 Sharer's comments : Persian Cucumbers are going off! Beylik Farms! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Beylik Farms
Near Santa Monica, California, United States890 Oak Ave. Filmore CA 93015 1-805-732-1441 About 251 days ago, 2/19/20 Sharer's comments : Persian cucumbers are back! 
Super Irvine
Near Tustin, California, United StatesAbout 275 days ago, 1/26/20 
Stew Leonard's
Near Hastings-on-Hudson, New York, United StatesAbout 295 days ago, 1/06/20 Sharer's comments : Mini seedless cucumbers at Stu's place .. 
Hollywood Farmer's Market
Yasukochi Family Farms
Near West Hollywood, California, United StatesOceanside CA 760-801-6627 About 324 days ago, 12/08/19 Sharer's comments : Very fresh 
Golden Gate Market
Golden Gate Market
Near Sausalito, California, United States221 2nd Street Sausalito CA 94965 415-332-3040 About 463 days ago, 7/22/19 
Bombay Bazaar
Bombay Bazaar
Near Riverside, California, United States2284 Griffin Way #101 Corona CA 92879 951-272-3820 About 485 days ago, 6/30/19 
Super Hayat Market
Super Hayat Market
Near Lawndale, California, United States3964 Redondo Beach Blvd Torrance CA 90504 310-370-5707 About 486 days ago, 6/29/19 
Good Food Market
Good Food Market
Near Pasadena, California, United States1864 E Washington Blvd #106 Pasadena CA 91104 626-204-0171 About 487 days ago, 6/28/19 
Santa Monica Glatt Kosher Market
Santa Monica Kosher Market
Near Sawtelle, California, United States11540 Santa Monica Blvd Los Angeles CA 90025 310-473-4435 About 487 days ago, 6/28/19 
Jordan Market
Jordan Market - Westwood Blvd
Near Sawtelle, California, United States1449 Westwood Blvd. Los Angeles CA 90024 310-478-1706 About 487 days ago, 6/28/19 
Elat Market
Elat Market - W Pico
Near Beverly Hills, California, United States8730 W Pico Blvd Los Angeles CA 90035 310-659-7076 About 492 days ago, 6/23/19 
Beverly Hills Market & Deli
Beverly Hills Market & Deli
Near Beverly Hills, California, United States303 N Cresent Drive Beverly Hills CA 90210 310-657-3663 About 492 days ago, 6/23/19 
Altayebat Market
Altayebat Market Inc, - Brookhurst
Near Stanton, California, United States1217 S Brookhurst Street Anaheim CA 92804 714-520-4723 About 493 days ago, 6/22/19 
Buy Low Market
Buy Low Market - State College Blvd
Near Anaheim, California, United States1086 N State College Blvd. Anaheim CA 92806 714-991-9839 About 493 days ago, 6/22/19 
Northgate Gonzalez Markets
Northgate Market - Lincoln Ave
Near Anaheim, California, United States2030 E. Lincoln Ave. Anaheim CA 92806 714-507-7640 About 493 days ago, 6/22/19 
Barons Marketplace
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 546 days ago, 4/30/19 
Little Farms
Near Singapore, SingaporeAbout 571 days ago, 4/04/19 
Food Land Supermarket
Near National City, California, United StatesAbout 599 days ago, 3/08/19 Sharer's comments : Persian Cucumbers spotted at Food Land Supermarket. 
Carnival Supermarket
Carnival Supermarket
Near National City, California, United States1750 E 8th Street, National City, Ca, 91950 619-474-5444 www.carnivalmarket.com About 599 days ago, 3/08/19 Sharer's comments : Persian Cucumbers spotted at Carnival Supermarket. 
Ralphs
Ralphs Hillcrest
Near San Diego, California, United States1020 University Ave, San Diego, Ca, 92103 619-298-2931 About 602 days ago, 3/05/19 Sharer's comments : Persian Cucumbers spotted at Ralphs. |
