Yes, 'Milking' Cucumbers Is A Thing—Here's Why People Do It

Yes, 'Milking' Cucumbers Is A Thing—Here's Why People Do It

Can this trick actually make cucumbers less bitter? We asked.Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie CoxFirst things first: Did you know cucumbers are a fruit and not a vegetable? The fruit contains a high water content and has many antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. Fortunately, they also happen to be quite versatile, showing up in salads and sandwiches, acting as a salsa, and playing a key role in some dips, too.Recently, there's been some inte…