Cowcumber or Cucumber Boats

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Turn your cucumbers into deliciously refreshing "Cowcumber or Cucumber Boats" — a quick and easy appetizer that's as visually stunning as it is satisfying. Crisp cucumber halves are hollowed out to form charming "boats" and filled with a creamy, tangy mixture of cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and fresh herbs like dill and parsley. Topped with vibrant quartered cherry tomatoes and optional sunflower seeds or nuts for a delightful crunch, this no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for summer gatherings or as a healthy snack, these cucumber boats are a low-carb, gluten-free delight that can be enjoyed chilled for maximum refreshment.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 2 large cucumbers
• 120 grams cream cheese
• 60 grams Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon dill (fresh, chopped)
• 1 tablespoon parsley (fresh, chopped)
• 100 grams cherry tomatoes (quartered)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 30 grams optional toppings (sunflower seeds or nuts)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Wash and dry the cucumbers thoroughly.

2. Trim off the ends of each cucumber, then slice them lengthwise into halves.

3. Using a spoon, carefully scoop out the seeds from the center of each cucumber half to create a 'boat' shape. Be careful not to scoop too deep to avoid tearing the cucumbers.

4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and well-incorporated.

5. Fill each hollowed-out cucumber 'boat' with the cream cheese mixture using a spoon or piping bag for precision.

6. Top the filled cucumbers with quartered cherry tomatoes and optional toppings such as sunflower seeds or nuts for added crunch.

7. Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving for a chilled option.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (283.3g)

Calories		196
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		14.7 g	19%
	Saturated Fat	6.5 g	33%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		34 mg	11%
Sodium		352 mg	15%
Total Carbohydrate		12.2 g	4%
	Dietary Fiber	2.0 g	7%
	Total Sugars	6.2 g
Protein		6.8 g	14%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		91 mg	7%
Iron		1.1 mg	6%
Potassium		467 mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 526 cal (63.3%%)

Protein: 108 cal (13.0%%)

Carbs: 196 cal (23.7%%)