So, what's the big deal about peeling English cucumbers, anyway? Well, for starters, the skin can be a bit tough and unpalatable for some people. But, on the flip side, it's also where a lot of the nutrients and antioxidants are hiding.
And, fun fact: English cucumbers are actually seedless, which means they're bred to be super sweet and mild. But, this also means they have a thinner skin than regular cucumbers, making them more prone to absorbing flavors and textures from their surroundings.
Now, you might be wondering, what about all the pesticides and chemicals that might be lurking on the skin? Shouldn't we be peeling them to avoid all that bad stuff? Well, it turns out, most English cucumbers are grown in greenhouses, which means they're way less likely to be exposed to all those nasty chemicals.
