Black Pepper Free Dill Cucumber Cottage Cheese Boats
Cool, creamy, and loaded with fresh herb flavor, these cucumber boats are the kind of snack or light lunch that feels effortlessly put together. Hollowed-out English cucumbers act as crisp, edible vessels for a fluffy cottage cheese filling seasoned with dill, chives, garlic powder, and salt — nothing more, nothing less. For anyone navigating a sensitivity to black pepper, this recipe is a genuine breath of fresh air, since so many savory dishes lean on it as a default seasoning. Here, the brightness comes entirely from fresh herbs, and the result is surprisingly vibrant and satisfying. Chilling the filling for just ten minutes before spooning it in makes a real difference — the dill and chives bloom into the cottage cheese and the texture firms up beautifully. These are great for meal prep, easy entertaining, or an afternoon snack that actually feels a little fancy without any real effort.
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4 servings
- 4 medium english cucumbers
- 2 cups low-fat cottage cheese
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh chives, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tsp fresh dill sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Trim the ends from each cucumber and halve them lengthwise. Use a small spoon or melon baller to scoop out the seeds and a shallow channel of flesh, leaving a sturdy shell about 1/4 inch thick. Pat the inside of each boat dry with a paper towel.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the cottage cheese, dill, chives, garlic powder, and salt. Stir with a fork until evenly mixed.
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