Ingredients:
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced lengthwise
- ½ cup hummus
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 bell pepper, julienned
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions:
- Spread hummus over each cucumber slice.
- Place carrot and bell pepper slices at one end and roll the cucumber tightly.
- Secure with a toothpick and garnish with cilantro.
They are also rich in vitamins and minerals such as vitamin C, potassium, magnesium and vitamin K. Overall, this recipe gets an A+ for its nutrition and hydration-boosting benefits.
Cucumbers are low in calories and high in fiber — a great combination for healthy eating (and healthy digestion). They also contain vitamins and minerals your body needs to function at its best — including magnesium, potassium and vitamins K, A and C — supporting everything from bone to immune health.
What are the 10 benefits of cucumber?
The main health benefits of cucumber are:
- Promoting weight loss. Cucumbers are low in calories and rich in water and fiber. …
- Preventing dehydration. …
- Preventing cancer. …
- Maintaining cardiovascular health. …
- Reducing blood pressure. …
- Managing diabetes. …
- Reducing skin inflammation. …
- Helping to detox the body.
