Zucchini vs. Cucumber: Which One Is Healthier for You?

Zucchini and cucumber come from the same plant family and share many traits. Both are hydrating summer vegetables packed with antioxidants, fiber, and potassium.

Cucumbers are typically eaten raw or pickled, while zucchinis are often cooked. Both vegetables fit into a healthy diet, depending on whether you prefer the mildly sweet flavor of zucchinis or the slightly bitter and refreshing crunch of raw cucumbers.

Cucumbers Are Slightly More Hydrating

While zucchini and other summer squashes are 94% water, cucumbers are slightly more hydrating with 96% water.

Cucumber is similar to watermelon in terms of the hydration it offers, according to Sherry Gray, MPH, RD , a registered dietitian and a nutrition educator at the University of Connecticut.

Since cucumbers are typically eaten