Anchors aweigh! We’re sailing into better health with these delicious Farmer Cheese Cucumber Boats. Made with Lifeway Farmer Cheese, juicy tomatoes, and a medley of seasonings nestled into fresh cucumber, this snack is cool and crisp with a subtle onion zing that perks up the flavor. You can’t go wrong with Lifeway Farmer Cheese at the helm. Our handmade cultured cheese is the secret to creamy, protein-rich goodness that makes every bite perfect. Smoother than cottage cheese and lower in sodium, Lifeway Farmer Cheese brings the fresh flavor waiting for you to delight in when you discover Lifeway!
The Benefits of Cultured Dairy for Better Health:
Research continues to show the importance of eating healthy foods, including cultured dairy such as kefir, for optimal digestion and gut health, a strong immune system, and to support the microbiome. Fermented foods like kefir hold important value in this line of research due to the link between the gut-brain axis and overall health. Specifically, kefir has been shown to help diversify the microbiome, improve digestion, reduce inflammation, support healthier blood sugar levels, and improve satiety since the bioavailable protein it contains triggers the release of GLP-1.
Lifeway Kefir is packed with variety of vital nutrients important for overall health, including bone and muscle health; these include vitamin D3, K, calcium, and vitamin B12. Along with our probiotic-rich kefir, Lifeway also offers artisan-made Farmer Cheese, a creamy high-protein cheese made with live and active cultures to support healthy muscles and healthy microbiome. Lifeway Farmer Cheese is easy to spread, free of gums and thickeners, and contains no added salt or sugar for optimal health benefits.
Prep Time: 2-5 mins Servings: 1-2Ingredients
- 2 large cucumbers
- 1 cup Farmer Cheese
- 1 tbsp. chopped chives
- 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- ½ tsp. kosher salt
- ¼ tsp. black pepper
- 1 vine tomato, seeds removed and diced
- 3-4 tbsp. diced red onion
- 'Everything But The Bagel' seasoning
Directions
- Slice the cucumbers in half lengthwise and use a melon baller or small spoon to scoop out the seeds. Blot the insides of each cucumber with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Set aside.
- Place the farmer cheese, chives, olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper into the container of a food processor. Blend everything together for about a minute, or until a thick, yet whipped texture forms.
- Transfer the whipped farmer cheese to a piping bag or a ziplock bag. Cut the tip of the bag, and pipe a line of filling inside each cucumber half.
- Garnish each cucumber boat with diced tomato, diced onion, and a sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning. Cut each cucumber boat in half before serving and enjoy.
