CUCUMBERS WITH TAPENADE MOUSSE

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Crisp cucumber rounds act as the base for this deliciously different appetizer. Piping the savory mousse-like filling onto each cucumber creates a stunning presentation.-Mary Brinkhaus, Bloomington, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 20m

Yield about 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

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Ingredients

1 English cucumber
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/3 cup tapenade or ripe olive bruschetta topping
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
Pitted Greek olives, optional

Steps:

Peel strips from cucumber to create a decorative edge; cut cucumber into 1/4-in. slices. Blot with paper towels to remove excess moisture; set aside., In a small bowl, combine the cream cheese, tapenade and salt. , In another bowl, beat cream until stiff peaks form. Fold into cream cheese mixture., Pipe or dollop mousse onto cucumber slices. Garnish with olives if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 23 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 35mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein. Diabetic Exchanges