Cucumber (Continental, Raw)
Vegetables · Other Vegetables
Raw continental cucumber is low FODMAP at 75 g in the Monash app. Its 132 g portion is moderate in fructose and 178 g is high. The green reference is described as around one-third of a medium cucumber or half a cup diced, so the cucumber's size and your cut affect the household estimate.
Serving sizes for cucumber (continental, raw)
Continental cucumber, raw: 75 g green, 132 g amber and 178 g red. Match the variety and raw weight.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1/3 medium cucumber | 75 g | Fructose 0.03 g | |
| 132 g portion | 132 g | Fructose 0.05 g | |
| 178 g portion | 178 g | Fructose 0.15 g |
Breakdown for 0.33 cucumbers
Is cucumber (continental, raw) low FODMAP?
All six FODMAP groups are green at the 75 g reference. Fructose changes to amber at 132 g and red at 178 g; lactose, mannitol, sorbitol, GOS and fructans stay green. This pattern belongs to the continental variety and should not be transferred to every cucumber or pickle.
Cucumber (Continental, Raw) and IBS: what to know
Continental cucumber can supply a measured crunchy component in a meal without the entire salad sharing its rating. A large cucumber-heavy bowl may contain more than the green reference even when it looks light. Recording the actual cucumber amount helps distinguish the ingredient from its dressing and accompaniments.
Gut-friendly ways to eat cucumber (continental, raw)
Wash and weigh the raw cucumber pieces before assembling a salad or sandwich. If using it in a yoghurt dip, assess the yoghurt, seasonings and dip portion separately. The Lebanese cucumber guide provides a direct variety comparison; drained cornichons are a preserved alternative with their own reference.
Frequently asked questions
Is half a continental cucumber a green portion?
The checked half-medium description corresponds to the 132 g amber reference. Cucumber sizes vary, so compare the weight of your pieces with the listed figures.
Does this guide give a peeled-only allowance?
The entry is named raw continental cucumber without a peeled-only qualifier. This check does not establish a separate result for your peeling or seed-removal method.
Are cucumber pickles rated the same as raw cucumber?
No. Pickling recipes and drained preparations have separate records. Use the food entry that matches the product instead of borrowing a fresh-cucumber limit.
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Sources and editorial notes
- Monash University FODMAP Diet App
Monash University FODMAP Diet app entry “Cucumber, continental, raw” checked directly on 27 September 2026. The portion weights, traffic-light ratings and FODMAP groups discussed here were verified in matching detail panels. Numerical FODMAP concentration estimates elsewhere in the catalogue were not validated by this check.