Stuffed Cucumbers

Name: Stuffed Cucumbers
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings.
Ingredients: 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

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. + draining YIELD: 2 servings.

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

Ingredients

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

Directions

1. 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.
2. 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

1 each: 181 calories, 15g fat (9g saturated fat), 47mg cholesterol, 731mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, 2g fiber), 5g protein.

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