These Cucumber Boats are a fantastic low-carb, high-crunch snack that feels much more indulgent than it actually is. By using Greek yogurt or light cottage cheese as a base, you can keep the points at zero while packing in plenty of flavor.
Here is a quick way to assemble these at home:
Ingredients
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Cucumbers: English or hothouse cucumbers work best because they have thinner skin and fewer seeds.
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Creamy Base: Non-fat plain Greek yogurt or blended fat-free cottage cheese (for that “0 point” status).
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Flavor: Dry Ranch seasoning mix (store-bought or homemade).
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Freshness: Chopped chives or green onions.
Instructions
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Prep the Boats: Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon to scoop out the watery seeds, creating a “well” or “trench” in the middle.
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Mix the Filling: In a small bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt (or blended cottage cheese) with the ranch seasoning until well combined.
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Fill: Spoon the mixture generously into the cucumber channels.
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Garnish: Top with fresh chives, a crack of black pepper, or even a dash of red pepper flakes if you like a little heat.
Pro-Tips for the Best Crunch
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Pat them dry: After scooping the seeds, pat the inside of the cucumber with a paper towel. This prevents the filling from sliding off or getting watery.
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Chill first: Everything tastes better when the cucumbers are ice-cold.
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The “Everything” Twist: If you get bored of ranch, these are also incredible filled with Greek yogurt and Everything Bagel Seasoning.