Avocado cream cheese cucumber boats are a 5-minute no-cook snack where hollowed cucumbers are filled with a creamy avocado-cream cheese mixture and finished with everything bagel seasoning and Tajín. Perfect for meal prep or instant appetizers.
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Peel a large cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise.
Using a spoon, scoop out the seeds from each cucumber half.
Blot any excess moisture from the inside of the cucumber with a paper towel.
Spread softened cream cheese inside each cucumber half.
Layer mashed avocado on top of the cream cheese.
Sprinkle with salt-free everything bagel seasoning.
Sprinkle with Tajín.
Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon or lime juice.
Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 hours. Add fresh citrus and seasonings just before serving to prevent waterlogging.
Yes, prepare the boats up to 4 hours ahead. Keep them refrigerated, covered. Add citrus and seasonings just before serving to prevent sogginess.
Try za'atar, furikake, Italian seasoning, or a simple blend of sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and sea salt.
Greek yogurt, whipped ricotta, or dairy-free cream cheese work well. Adjust consistency if needed to stay spreadable.
Cut the cucumber in half lengthwise. Use a small spoon or melon baller to gently scoop out the seeds and some flesh, leaving a sturdy shell about ¼-inch thick.
One large cucumber yields 2 boats (each half). Multiply ingredients as needed for more guests.
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