How long do frozen cucumbers keep?

If you prepare and freeze your cucumbers properly, they can last in your freezer for six to nine months.

What makes cucumbers good for you?

Cucumbers have a ton of health benefits ! They contain Vitamin C, Vitamin K, Potassium, and Magnesium and have very few calories.

Can I pickle frozen cucumbers?

Frozen cucumbers will lose their crunch, so I don't recommend freezing pickled cucumbers. If you pickle them first, they will retain some crunch, so if you like pickles, feel free to freeze them in an airtight container along with the brine solution. Just remember that the longer they're frozen, the less crunch they'll have. Freezer pickles aren't as crispy as fresh, but you can still do it.

How can I use frozen cucumbers?

You can use frozen cucumber for smoothies, cold soups, and infused water. If you use the ice cube method of freezing cucumbers, you use it exactly as you would ice cubes. As it melts, the flavor of the cucumber will infuse with the beverage.

Can I freeze a whole cucumber?

It's best to prep the cucumber into slices or cucumber cubes as opposed to freezing a whole cucumber.

How to Freeze Cucumbers (Sliced, Pureed, or Ice Cubes)

Ingredients

Scale

4 large cucumbers

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Instructions

Wash the cucumbers and gently pat them dry. You can peel them, but it’s not necessary.
Slice the cucumbers into even slices around ¼ inch thick.
Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
Arrange the cucumber slices in a single layer on the lined tray.
Freeze for around an hour until the cucumbers are frozen solid.
Place the frozen cucumber into freezer-safe bags and return them to the freezer.
To thaw your cucumbers, place them in a large bowl in the refrigerator, or use them frozen.

Notes

In addition to the method listed above, I’ve included two additional methods below. Choose whichever method meets your needs the best.
Ice cube method: Slice the cucumbers into paper-thin slices. Fold the slices together and place them into your ice cube tray compartments. If you’re using extra ingredients like rosemary, lemon juice, or mint leaves, add them in with the cucumber. Top the trays up with water and freeze for at least 2 hours. Use some cucumber ice cubes in your favorite drink for a burst of refreshing flavor!
Puree method: Wash the cucumbers and gently pat them dry. You can peel them, but it’s not necessary. Slice the cucumbers and pulse them in the blender with a small amount of water and any added extras like little lemon juice or mint leaves. Fill the ice cube trays with the purée. Place the trays in your freezer for at least 2 hours. You can use the cubes for drinks or in smoothies or cold soups. The cubes will be beautiful light green, so they look amazing in cocktails!

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Category: Meal Prep
Method: Freezer
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cucumber
Calories: 16
Sugar: 1.7 g
Sodium: 2.1 mg
Fat: 0.1 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 3.8 g
Fiber: 0.5 g
Protein: 0.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg