What Food Group is a Cucumber in? Unpacking the Fruit vs. Vegetable Debate
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Composed of up to 96% water, the humble cucumber is a famously hydrating food. For years, this crisp, refreshing item has been the center of a common food debate: what food group is a cucumber in? The answer is more complex than it seems, depending on whether you are asking a botanist or a chef.