The cucumber is originally from South Asia, and is a long, green-skinned fruit with watery flesh, usually eaten raw in salads or pickled. In one serving of cucumbers there are about 45 calories along with Vitamin A , Vitamin B6 and Vitamin C. As a matter of fact, the cucumber can aid in alleviating irritation and sunburn by applying the sliced cucumbers to the affected area. The slices can also reduce puffiness under the eyes since cucumbers have anti-inflammatory properties.