BASIL- AND CRABMEAT-TOPPED CUCUMBERS

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Crisp cucumber slices are topped with a creamy crabmeat spread for colorful, appetizing snack.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 40m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium English cucumber
1 package (3 oz) cream cheese, softened
2 tablespoons mayonnaise or salad dressing
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 cup frozen cooked crabmeat, thawed, flaked
2 tablespoons capers, if desired
Small basil leaves or chopped fresh basil, if desired

Steps:

  • Score cucumber lengthwise with tines of fork if desired. Cut into 36 (1/4-inch) slices.
  • In small bowl, beat cream cheese with electric mixer on low speed until creamy. Beat in mayonnaise until well blended. Stir in chopped basil, onion, lemon peel and crabmeat.
  • Spread or pipe about 1 teaspoon crabmeat mixture on each cucumber slice. Sprinkle with capers. Garnish with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Appetizer, Sodium 20 mg, Sugar 0 g, TransFat 0 g

Agueda Alatorre
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I'm so glad I found this recipe! It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy crabmeat. The cucumbers are so refreshing and the crabmeat and basil add a delicious savory flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Official Aronx
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I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to prepare crabmeat. This recipe definitely fits the bill. The crabmeat is cooked perfectly and the cucumbers add a nice crunch. The basil dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this r


Mykolas Salasevicius
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover crabmeat. I had some leftover from a crab boil and this was the perfect way to use it up. The cucumbers are a great addition and the dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe ag


saeed sindhi
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I'm not a big fan of crabmeat, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The crabmeat was delicate and flavorful, and the cucumbers were refreshing. The basil added a nice touch of herbiness. I would definitely make this r


Mathanaraj Mathan
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This is a great recipe for a light and summery meal. The cucumbers are refreshing and the crabmeat and basil add a nice touch of flavor. I would recommend adding a bit of lemon juice to brighten up the flavors.


Md Musharob
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This recipe is a keeper! The cucumbers are the perfect vessel for the crabmeat and basil, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I like to add a bit of chopped red onion for some extra crunch.


Romzan Alex
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my guests. The cucumbers are so refreshing and the crabmeat and basil add a delicious savory flavor. I highly recommend trying this recipe.


Ramzan Arain
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This recipe is easy to make and the results are delicious. I used fresh basil from my garden and the flavor was amazing. I would recommend serving this dish as an appetizer or light lunch.


Loveness Mano
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I'm always looking for new and interesting ways to prepare crabmeat. This recipe definitely fits the bill. The crabmeat is cooked perfectly and the cucumbers add a nice crunch. The basil dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this r


Rania Munawa
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover crabmeat. I had some leftover from a crab boil and this was the perfect way to use it up. The cucumbers are a great addition and the dressing is light and flavorful. I would definitely make this recipe ag


md safin hasan sikder
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I'm not a big fan of crabmeat, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The crabmeat was delicate and flavorful, and the cucumbers were refreshing. The basil added a nice touch of herbiness. I would definitely make this r


Md.bayjid Islam
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This recipe is easy to follow and the results are delicious. I used fresh basil from my garden and the flavor was amazing. I would recommend serving this dish as an appetizer or light lunch.


KOFI JALIL
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I've made this recipe a few times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cucumbers are the perfect vessel for the crabmeat and basil, and the dressing is light and flavorful. I like to add a bit of chopped red onion for some extra crunch.


Lyilah Rod
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This is a great recipe for a light and summery meal. The cucumbers are refreshing and the crabmeat and basil add a nice touch of flavor. I would recommend adding a bit of lemon juice to brighten up the flavors.


auuugh when
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I made this recipe last night and it was a hit! The cucumbers were so refreshing and the crabmeat and basil added a delicious savory flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ch Amman
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This Basil and Crabmeat Topped Cucumbers recipe is a delightful explosion of flavors. The combination of juicy crabmeat, aromatic basil, and crisp cucumbers is simply irresistible. I highly recommend trying this recipe for a refreshing and elegant ap