In addition to being a nutritious and health-beneficial food, cucumber also aids in weight loss when used in certain recipes. Here are a variety of weight loss recipes using cucumber, as reported by the Times of India:
**Cucumber Salad**
Nutritionists often recommend eating a healthy salad before lunch for faster weight loss. Prepare this salad and eat it regularly to assist in the weight loss process. Cut one cucumber, one tomato, one carrot, half a cup of cabbage, and half an onion. Mix all the ingredients gently, then add salt and black pepper.
**Cucumber and Yogurt**
Grate a whole cucumber and place it in a bowl. Squeeze out the excess water, and add it to two cups of yogurt, then add a teaspoon of cumin powder, a quarter teaspoon of black pepper, and a teaspoon of rock salt. Mix the ingredients well with a spoon, and the recipe will be ready.
**Cucumber Juice**
Cucumber juice is not only an effective drink for weight loss but also an ideal summer cooler. This drink will cool your body during the scorching summer months and keep your body hydrated. Add the following ingredients to a blender: one cucumber, a quarter cup of pineapple, one tablespoon of lemon juice, one teaspoon of chia seeds, and five mint leaves. Then add half a cup of coconut water and blend the ingredients well. You can add a little cumin powder and salt to taste. It is recommended to drink this juice in the morning or evening for the best results.
**Cucumber Curry**
Cucumber curry is the perfect recipe that will help you lose weight. Heat one tablespoon of oil in a pan. Add half a teaspoon of cumin seeds and 5-6 curry leaves to the oil and sauté for a few seconds. Lower the heat and add half a teaspoon of turmeric powder along with half a teaspoon of red chili powder, and mix well. Add two chopped cucumbers with salt. Mix all the ingredients thoroughly, cover the pan, and cook the cucumbers on low heat for 10 minutes. Finally, add half a cup of milk to the curry and continue stirring. Cover the pan and cook the mixture for another 5 minutes.
