Fresh Herb Cucumber and Olive Sandwich Spread/Dip
Recipe: #6268
August 20, 2012
Categories: Cucumber, Appetizers, Onions, Mediterranean, Baby Shower, Picnic, Heart Healthy, Low Calorie, Low Carbohydrate, Low Cholesterol, Vegetarian, more
"This is such a fantastic spring and summer sandwich spread/filling. It is a very light filling but offers tons of flavor. My favorite is to serve this in a spinach wrap, or pita bread; but, any good artisian bread would make a great sandwich. And, for appetizers ... you could use the party breads which cut in half would make a nice presentation; or your favorite crackers or chips. This (my version) which was based on a fellow foodies recipe; found at www.lavenderandlovage.com. I changed it a bit to suit my tastes ... but since it is not posted here - and it is such a great recipe; I thought it was worth sharing. Perfect for summer potlucks as well served as an appetizer or a dip."
Original is 4-8 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (134.2 g)
- Calories 132.9
- Total Fat - 9.8 g
- Saturated Fat - 5.8 g
- Cholesterol - 29.9 mg
- Sodium - 188.9 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 8.3 g
- Dietary Fiber - 1 g
- Sugars - 6 g
- Protein - 3.7 g
- Calcium - 72.3 mg
- Iron - 0.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 4.4 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Sandwich ... Now, as I said, I love to serve this in a spinach wrap - my favorite; but pita bread, even a good artisian bread; or for appetizers ... use your favorite crackers or those 'cute' party breads. It really depends on how you like to serve this. It is a very versatile recipe.
Step 2
Cucumber ... This recipe is very forgiving. So, you can add a bit more or less cucumber if you want. Once you peel, seeded, and chop the cucumber, add do a plate lined with a paper towel to lightly drain and dry. Just 5 minutes is all it takes.
Step 3
Spread ... Add the olives, cream cheese, yogurt, mint, chives, salt, and pepper to a small bowl and mix well. Then add in the cucumber and toss to combine.
Step 4
Sandwich or Dip ... As an appetizer - simple transfer to a serving bowl and serve with your favorite crackers; or spread on small party breads and cut in half to serve as finger food. For my favorite way to serve this - spread on a spinach tortilla wrap and top with spinach leaves and red onion. Roll up and cut in half. I like to microwave the wrap 5-10 seconds on medium heat to warm up so it is plyable. If you don't want to use a wrap, pita bread, or a good artisian style bread works just as well. ENJOY!
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