English cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are long, slender cucumbers with thin, tender skin, small seeds, and a crisp, mild flavor. Sometimes called seedless, hothouse, or European cucumbers, they are typically eaten with the peel and seeds intact, preserving more of the vitamin K1 and protective plant compounds concentrated in the outer portions of the fruit. Their crisp texture and minimal bitterness make English cucumbers especially well suited to salads, smoothies, grain bowls, sandwiches, and fresh sauces.