Cucumber

Cucumber, known in Lebanon as khiyar, is one of the most familiar vegetables in the Lebanese kitchen. It has a crisp texture and a mild, refreshing taste, and it is usually eaten raw. Cucumber is a key ingredient in fattoush and other salads, and it is often diced into yogurt with garlic and dried mint to make khiyar bi laban. Many people also slice it alongside tomatoes and olives for breakfast, serve it with grilled dishes and sandwiches, or simply eat it as a light snack. Cucumber is on the shelf at Dekenet Al Nes in Baaqline, in the Chouf. Dekenet Al Nes is a package-free grocery store and solidarity initiative that aims to keep basic goods affordable while cutting waste, so customers are encouraged to bring their own bags and containers when they visit.