Creamy Chive Cucumber Cups

1. 1

   Trim off the ends of each cucumber. Using a vegetable peeler, remove 3 evenly spaced strips of peel from each.

2. 2

   To make the cucumber cups, cut each crosswise into 1-inch-thick slices and use a teaspoon to remove the seeds from the center of each without cutting through to the bottom.

3. 3

   Transfer to a platter; set aside.

4. 4

   In a food processor, puree cottage cheese, yogurt(or sour cream), 2 tablespoons chives, pepper and hot sauce.

5. 5

   Spoon mixture into cucumbers, top with a sprinkling of the smoked salmon or olives and garnish with remaining chives.

6. 6

   Cover and chill for 1 to 2 hours before serving. (Filling can be made up to 1 day ahead). Enjoy!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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