Stuffed Cucumbers
Servings: 1 platter full
Ingredients
- 3-4 cucumbers peeled if desired, but sometimes I'll leave strips of the skin on for decoration (note that I don't always get these organic, since cucumbers are usually a ways down on the Dirty Dozen list, currently #20, and the skin usually is peeled off)
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened (I buy this organic cream cheese from pastured cows)
- 1 package of goat cheese sometimes I buy the herbed variety OR Feta cheese is good too
- 3 green onions chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 Tablespoon of parsley chopped
- Sprinkle Sea salt, pepper, and paprika on top, if desired--Nothing but the Bagel Seasoning is really good too!
- Optional: cherry tomatoes see the photo below the recipe
Instructions
- Cut off the tops and bottoms of the cucumbers and slice in half length-wise. Scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
- Mix the other ingredients together -- this is a very versatile recipe, just use the herbs and seasonings you like, however much depending on how mild or flavorful you like it. We like a lot, but I switch it up every time I make it depending on what I have on-hand.
- Stuff the "boats" with the cheese mixture.
- Slice into bite-sized pieces for serving and place on a platter.
- Add toothpicks if desired. (If you have extra cheesy filling leftover, it's a great dip for celery, crackers, tortilla chips, etc.)
- Sprinkle with your choice for the top and enjoy!