Beautiful, delicious, and impressive—this recipe can be the star appetizer at your next gathering. It includes all the flavors you love in a lobster roll, delivered in a fresher format. Though we love the sweet flavor of lobster in this appetizer, you can easily substitute 1/2 pound of shrimp with delicious results. Don’t be tempted […]
We give the classic cucumber, tomato, and red onion combo a hit of grassy dill for more vibrance. Instead of crumbled feta or another cheese, a dollop of cool, rich Greek yogurt is the perfect contrast (and will help to counter some of the chipotle heat in the chicken). To use up a whole package of […]
Creamy and tangy, this simple side comes together in a flash. Don’t make the salad ahead–the cucumbers will release too much water. Ingredients 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh dill 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh parsley 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil 1 1/2 teaspoons coarsely chopped […]
Ingredients 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil 3/4 pound peeled and deveined medium shrimp, chopped 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, divided 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1/4 teaspoon paprika 2 cups quartered grape tomatoes 1/3 cup fresh cilantro 2 1/2 cups chopped English cucumber 1 cup fat-free, lower-sodium chicken broth 1 cup whole-milk plain […]
Ingredients 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted 2 tablespoons white miso (soybean paste) or lower-sodium soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 tablespoon honey 1 tablespoon hot water 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil 4 cups thinly sliced seeded cucumber How to Make It Step 1 Combine first 7 ingredients in […]
A reinterpretation of the familiar gin and tonic, this cocktail includes fresh watermelon and cucumber juices for a refreshing taste. Ingredients 6 cups cubed seeded watermelon, divided 1/4 cup mint leaves, divided 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice, divided 1 English cucumber, peeled, sliced, and divided (about 3 cups) 2 1/2 cups tonic water, chilled 1 […]
Low-Calorie Cup. Each serving of this smoothie offers a half-cup of vegetables, plus a little fruit. Ingredients 1 cup chopped seeded peeled cucumber (about 1/2 pound) 1/3 cup unsweetened frozen 100% apple juice concentrate, undiluted 1/4 cup cold water 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint 10 ice cubes (about 4 ounces) How to Make It Place […]
This Indian-inspired dish features quinoa, a high-protein grain that cooks relatively quickly. We like the heat that Madras curry powder brings, but use regular curry powder if you prefer. Ingredients 1 teaspoon olive oil 2 teaspoons Madras curry powder 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 cup uncooked quinoa 2 cups water 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1 […]
Ingredients 1 tablespoon grated lime rind 1/2 cup fresh lime juice 3/4 cup sugar 1 cup water 1/4 teaspoon salt 3 mint sprigs 1 pound chopped English cucumber How to Make It Combine first 5 ingredients in a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Cook 1 minute; remove from heat. Add mint; […]
You can make the salmon mixture up to a day in advance. Sprinkle with chopped parsley for a more finished look. Ingredients 2 English cucumbers, peeled 1/2 cup plain fat-free Greek yogurt 1/2 cup chopped smoked salmon (about 4 ounces) 1/4 cup chopped red onion How to Make It Step 1 Trim ends off cucumbers. […]