How to properly wash cucumbers and tomatoes and why use salt

It's no secret that cucumbers and tomatoes are among the most popular vegetables. They are used for salads, canning, and other dishes. Most often, these vegetables are not subjected to any heat treatment before being eaten.

That is why it is very important to know how to wash cucumbers and tomatoes properly. FoodOboz.ua figured out how to do it.

First, wash off all the dirt from the vegetables. To do this, use running water and a soft brush. By the way, the water does not have to be warm. The dirt can be washed off under cold water.

After that, you should start washing the vegetables with salt. With this method, you can wash away the remaining dirt and microorganisms on the surface of the fruit. To do this, dilute 1 tablespoon of salt in a liter of water and immerse the vegetables in the solution for 15 minutes. Rinse the cucumbers and tomatoes again under running water and serve them to the table.