Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for English cucumber
Best swap for English cucumber: Persian cucumber, 1:1; same thin skin, low seeds.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of English Cucumber?
The best swap for English Cucumber is Persian Cucumber, 1:1; same thin skin, low seeds. Another option is Regular Slicing Cucumber, 1:1; peel and seed for best results. The table below also lists Japanese Cucumber and Mini Seedless Cucumbers, 4 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Persian cucumber | 1:1; same thin skin, low seeds |
| Regular slicing cucumber | 1:1; peel and seed for best results |
| Japanese cucumber | 1:1; thin skin and few seeds, so no peeling needed |
| Mini seedless cucumbers | 1:1 by weight; about three of them make one English cucumber |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
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