Vegetables · per 100g
A small, crisp variety of cucumber typically pickled in brine or vinegar, gherkins offer a sharp, acidic crunch that serves as a low-calorie palate cleanser or condiment.
Vitamin K1, Calcium
Vitamin C, beta-Carotene
Vitamin K1, Manganese
Total Lignans, Potassium
Nutritional summary
Interesting fact
The word gherkin comes from the early modern Dutch word 'gurken', which traces back to the medieval Greek 'angourion', meaning 'unripe cucumber'.
Standout nutrients
Total Lignans
Water
Seasonality
Not available
Diet
Sustainability
Cucumbers have a relatively low carbon footprint, though glass jar production and transport add to the total impact.
Storage
Refrigerate After Opening
1–3 months
Keep submerged in brine to maintain texture and prevent spoilage.
Flavour
Harmonized from 5 validated sources
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