Pistachio Free Dill Cucumber Cottage Cheese Boats
These cucumber boats are the kind of light, refreshing bite that feels fancy without requiring much effort at all. Crisp English cucumbers get hollowed into little vessels and loaded with a creamy, herb-flecked cottage cheese filling that's bright with fresh dill and chives. A short rest in the fridge lets the flavors meld together beautifully, so every scoop tastes cohesive and lively rather than thrown together. The ingredient list is short and straightforward — just fresh produce, low-fat cottage cheese, and a handful of seasonings — so there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden nuts sneaking into the mix. They come together quickly and serve up beautifully as an appetizer, snack, or light lunch. The garlic powder adds just enough savory depth to keep the filling interesting without overpowering the cool, clean flavor of the cucumber. Pile on the extra dill and chives before serving and you've got something that looks genuinely impressive on the table.
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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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