INGREDIENTS
2 item English (long) cucumbers
1 pound cooked small shrimp
1/2 cup minced celery
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoon snipped chives
1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 item English (long) cucumbers
1 pound cooked small shrimp
1/2 cup minced celery
1/4 cup minced red onion
2 tablespoon snipped chives
1/2 cup low-fat mayonnaise
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt (optional)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
PREPARATION
Partially peel cucumbers lengthwise, creating stripes; cut into 3/4-inch-thick slices (about 26 pieces). Using a spoon, scoop out a little of each slice; do not pierce bottom. Place on baking sheet lined with paper towels; cover with plastic wrap and chill until filling and serving (up to several hours).
In bowl, mix shrimp and remaining ingredients. Fill each cucumber cup with shrimp salad.If desired, garnish with sprinkle of paprika and pieces of chive.
YIELD
26 Serving/s
Nutritional Information
Per appetizer: 31 calories, 1 gram carbohydrate, 27 milligrams cholesterol, 2 grams fat, 3 grams protein, 61 milligrams sodium
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