10 Microwave Tricks That Will Reduce Your Kitchen Time

4. Cucumbers

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If your aim is peeled cucumbers, or you just want to slice them faster, microwave them for 2-3 minutes on low power.

Let it cool for a few seconds and peel or slice. You can use this trick with pumpkin and carrots as well.

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