Avoid cucumbers that are shriveled and withered. Also avoid those that have bulging middles. Overripe cucumbers, with large seeds and watery flesh, will have poor taste. Slender, firm, dark green cucumbers will taste the best. Bruises and dark spots on cucumbers are signs of decay.
Cool storage is recommended for cucumbers.
From the garden or market, store unpeeled cucumbers in your refrigerator crisper. Storage Cool storage is recommended. From the garden or market, store the unpeeled cucumbers in your refrigerator crisper. If cucumbers have a wax coating, store them in the crisper and use within a week. Unwaxed, store-purchased cucumbers will not keep as long.