Cucumber boats filled with rice, smoked salmon, avocado and mint

Starter
Very Easy
20 min
89 Kcal

Fresh, no-cook and full of flavour, these cucumber boats are a great starter! This recipe is easy to make, and you can fill the cucumbers however you like. Cut them into pieces to serve as an appetiser or starter ;-)

Ingredients

4

Preparation

Preparation10 min
Cook time10 min
  • Cook the rice according to the package instructions. Let it cool, or rinse it under cold water and drain.
  • Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise. Scoop out the flesh and cut it into small pieces. Fill the cucumber halves with the cooked rice, cucumber flesh, diced avocado and smoked salmon or smoked trout, cut into pieces.
  • Sprinkle with fried onions, sesame seeds and finely chopped fresh mint. And that's it!

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FAQ ❓

How should I store the stuffed cucumbers to keep them fresh?

It is recommended that you store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator and eat them within 24 hours to keep them fresh.
Yes, you can use smoked trout, grilled chicken or even vegetables for a vegetarian version.
This recipe contains about 355 calories in total, or 89 calories per serving, making it a light and healthy option.
That depends on the specific allergies, but you can easily adapt the recipe by replacing allergenic ingredients with safe alternatives.
You can prepare the stuffed cucumbers up to 2 hours before serving, but it is best to fill them just before serving to prevent the cucumber from losing its crunch.

Nutrition

for 1 serving / for 100 g
Calories: 89Kcal
  • Carbo: 9.3g
  • Total fat: 3.8g
  • Saturated fat: 0.6g
  • Proteins: 3.6g
  • Fibers: 1.5g
  • Sugar: 1.4g
  • ProPoints: 2
  • SmartPoints: 3
Nutritional information for 1 serving (94g)

Attributes

Keep refrigerated
Zero waste
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