Few foods are as cool as a cucumber. These low-calorie veggies contain many nutritional benefits, including hydrating properties and valuable nutrients.The garden cucumber, Cucumis sativus, according to World's Healthiest Foods.

Cucumbers have water content of 95% and are a great addition to your diet. They are made up almost entirely of water and also provide a small amount of some nutrients, such as vitamin K, potassium and magnesium. Compared to other water-rich vegetables, cucumbers are one of the lowest in calories