STUFFED CUCUMBERS

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For a change of pace, I like to serve these stuffed cucumbers in place of a lettuce salad. They're really refreshing, and a touch of French dressing makes them a colorful addition to any meal. -Mrs. Howard Phipps, Hernando, Mississippi

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium cucumber
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 ounces cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Dash paprika
French salad dressing, optional

Steps:

  • Cut cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out seeds and pulp, leaving a 1/4-in. shell. Place seeds and pulp in a colander. Sprinkle with salt; drain for 30 minutes. , Meanwhile, combine the cream cheese, green pepper, onion, Worcestershire sauce and pepper; mix well. Stir in 2-3 tablespoons drained pulp. Spoon into cucumber shells; sprinkle with paprika. Refrigerate until serving. Serve with French dressing if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 181 calories, Fat 15g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 731mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

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