Spicy Cucumber Cheese Mix (Print-Friendly Version)
Cool, zesty cucumber salad topped with jalapenos, smooth cream cheese, and rich cheddar.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Ingredients
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3-4 tablespoons herbed cream cheese
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1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt
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½ teaspoon garlic powder
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½ red onion
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¼ teaspoon sea salt, coarse
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2 Persian cucumbers
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⅓ teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 jalapeno
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3-4 tablespoons shredded sharp cheddar
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¼ teaspoon light or regular soy sauce (optional)
→ Garnish
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Black and white sesame seeds
# Detailed Cooking Steps:
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Using a sharp knife or mandoline, cut the cucumbers into thick slices about ½ cm (¼ inch) wide. Don't peel them.
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Dice up the jalapeno and red onion. Add the cucumber slices into a mixing bowl or jar, then layer the diced jalapeno and onion on top.
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In the bowl, combine cream cheese, cheddar cheese, sour cream, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and sea salt. If you like, add a little soy sauce.
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Mix everything really well in the bowl, or if you're using a jar, close it with a lid and shake until the creamy mixture covers everything evenly.
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Move the cucumber salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle some sesame seeds on top. Serve it cold.
# Helpful Hints:
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Let the salad sit in the fridge for around 15-20 minutes so the cucumbers can soak up all the flavors.
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Using a bowl instead of a jar helps evenly spread the cream cheese mix.