Celery Free Dill Cucumber Cottage Cheese Boats
These cucumber boats are the kind of light, fresh bite that feels fancy without requiring much effort at all. Hollowed-out English cucumbers become crisp little vessels for a creamy, herb-flecked cottage cheese filling that's genuinely satisfying. Fresh dill and chives stir right into the low-fat cottage cheese along with a touch of garlic powder, creating a filling that's bright, savory, and just a little tangy. Chilling the mixture for a few minutes before filling lets the herbs bloom into the cheese, which makes a noticeable difference in flavor. The whole thing comes together with a spoon and a bowl — no cooking required. It's a great option when you need something that avoids common allergen-heavy fillings, since every ingredient here is clean and straightforward with no hidden extras to worry about. Serve them as a snack, a light lunch, or a crowd-pleasing appetizer straight from the fridge.
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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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