Cucumber Boats Recipes

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CHICKEN CUCUMBER BOATS

These refreshing cucumber creations will make your next lunch seem special. "This is a cool dish when days get warm," says Sue Ross of Casa Grande, Arizona. Tip: "Try it with tuna or turkey salad as the filling instead.".

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10



Chicken Cucumber Boats image

Steps:

  • Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise; remove seeds. With a sharp knife, cut a thin slice from the bottom of each cucumber half so it sits flat. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Spoon into cucumber boats. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

2 medium cucumbers
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
3/4 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped celery
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon chopped onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

CUCUMBER SALAD BOATS

Scoop out the seeds and fill fresh cucumbers with your favorite salad for a crunchy and refreshing light lunch. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 0



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Steps:

  • Halve cucumbers and remove seeds. For muffuletta salad: Combine giardiniera, provolone cheese cubes and chopped salami. For BLT salad: Combine cream cheese, crumbled bacon, shredded lettuce and chopped tomatoes. For country club salad: Combine chicken salad, sliced red grapes and chopped pecans.

Nutrition Facts :

CUCUMBER AND HUMMUS BOATS

The refreshing combo of cucumber and hummus really brings this meatless meal together. It transports easily, making it a great option for weekday lunches. - Matthew Hass, Ellison Bay, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13



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Steps:

  • Cook quinoa according to package directions. Transfer to a large bowl; cool slightly., Meanwhile, cut each cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Add garbanzo beans, tomatoes, cheese and olives to quinoa. In a small bowl, whisk lemon juice, honey, oil, garlic and pepper until blended. Pour over quinoa mixture; gently toss to coat. Spread about 2 tablespoons hummus inside each cucumber shell. Top each with about 1/3 cup quinoa mixture. Sprinkle with basil if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 482 calories, Fat 21g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 1026mg sodium, Carbohydrate 60g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 11g fiber), Protein 16g protein.

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
6 medium cucumbers
1 can (15 ounces) garbanzo beans or chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 package (4 ounces) crumbled tomato and basil feta cheese
1/2 cup pitted Greek olives, chopped
1/4 cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 carton (14 ounces) roasted garlic hummus
Minced fresh basil, optional

CUCUMBER CRAB BOATS

Cool, creamy and crunchy, this simple appetizer has it all! To make it even easier, blitz the veggies in a food processor instead of finely dicing them by hand.

Provided by Kardea Brown

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 24 crab boats

Number Of Ingredients 12



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Steps:

  • Cut the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Cut each cucumber half crosswise into 4 pieces and place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt. Let stand while making the filling.
  • Beat the cream cheese and mayonnaise in a medium bowl until smooth. Fold in the celery, bell peppers, crabmeat, seafood seasoning, lemon zest, lemon juice and chopped dill.
  • Pat the cucumbers dry (to remove the liquid and salt). Spoon the crab salad into the hollowed cucumbers. Garnish with more dill. Refrigerate until ready to serve.

3 medium-size English cucumbers
Kosher salt
One 8-ounce block cream cheese, at room temperature
1/2 cup mayonnaise, at room temperature (no more than 2 hours)
1 stalk celery, finely diced (1/2 cup)
1/2 red bell pepper, finely diced (3/4 cup)
1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely diced (3/4 cup)
1/2 pound lump crabmeat, picked through to remove any shells
1 1/2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (I like Old Bay)
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, plus more for garnish

CUCUMBER BOATS

Cucumbers grow abundantly throughout Eastern Europe and are often combined with sour cream or cheese. This is an easy Yugoslavian recipe and it makes a light appretizer or salad.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     European

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7



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Steps:

  • In a small bowl. combine chopped tomatoes, oil, vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss gently until well mixed. Chill until serving time. (at least a few hours).
  • Just before serving, add feta cheese to tomatoes and mix well.
  • Peel cucumbers and cut them in half lengthwise. Using a melon ball scoop or a spoon, scoop out and discard seeds. Pile tomato mixture into cucumbers.
  • Serve right away.
  • Preparation time does not include chilling time.

2 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped into 1/4 inch pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon vinegar
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
4 1/2 tablespoons feta cheese, finely crumbled
2 large cucumbers
salt & pepper

CUCUMBER TUNA BOATS

For a refreshing summer meal, you can't beat this creamy tuna salad mounded into cucumber halves. Hard-cooked eggs make the salad extra hearty, and the crispness of the cucumber is delightful. It's an extra-special luncheon entree or light supper. -Mildred Stubbs, Hamlet, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10



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Steps:

  • Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise; remove and discard seeds. Cut a thin slice from bottom of cucumber if necessary so they sit flat. In a bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Spoon into the cucumbers. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 381 calories, Fat 24g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 185mg cholesterol, Sodium 940mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

3 medium cucumbers
1 can (6 ounces) tuna, drained and flaked
2 hard-boiled large eggs, chopped
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1/2 cup diced celery
1/4 cup Miracle Whip
2 tablespoons sweet pickle relish
1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt

CHICKEN TZATZIKI CUCUMBER BOATS

I've tended a garden for decades, and these colorful "boats" made from cucumbers hold my fresh tomatoes, peas and dill. It's absolute garden greatness. -Ronna Farley, Rockville, Maryland

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8



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Steps:

  • Cut each cucumber lengthwise in half; scoop out pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. In a bowl, mix yogurt, mayonnaise, garlic salt and 1 teaspoon dill; gently stir in chicken, 3/4 cup tomato and peas., Spoon into cucumber shells. Top with the remaining tomato and dill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 312 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 641mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

2 medium cucumbers
1/2 cup fat-free plain Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
3 teaspoons snipped fresh dill, divided
1 cup chopped cooked chicken breast
1 cup chopped seeded tomato (about 1 large), divided
1/2 cup fresh or frozen peas, thawed

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