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CUCUMBER AND HUMMUS BOATS

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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

Ingredients

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

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.

CUCUMBER BOATS

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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

Ingredients

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

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.

STUFFED CUCUMBERS

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For a change of pace, I like to serve these stuffed cucumbers in place of a lettuce salad. They're really refreshing, and a touch of French dressing makes them a colorful addition to any meal. -Mrs. Howard Phipps, Hernando, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 medium cucumber
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash paprika
French salad dressing, optional

Steps:

Cut cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Place seeds and pulp in a colander. Sprinkle with salt; drain for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, green pepper, onion, Worcestershire sauce and pepper; mix well. Stir in 2-3 tablespoons drained pulp. Spoon into cucumber shells; sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with French dressing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.