Crab-Stuffed Cucumbers – A Fresh, Creamy & Delicious Low-Carb Appetizer

Looking for a refreshing, bite-sized appetizer that's packed with flavor but light on carbs? These Crab-Stuffed Cucumbers are the perfect combination of crisp, cool cucumbers and a rich, creamy crab filling!

Made with tender jumbo lump crab meat, light cream cheese, reduced-fat sour cream, and just the right touch of seasoning, these little cucumber cups are delicious, refreshing, and surprisingly easy to prepare.

Whether you're planning a family gathering, looking for a healthy snack, or adding variety to your Lean & Green meal plan, this no-cook recipe is one you'll want to save!

🥒 Ingredients

Servings: 4 Prep Time: 20 minutes Cook Time: None Total Time: Approximately 20 minutes

• 6 cups cucumbers

• ¼ cup reduced-fat sour cream

• ¼ cup light cream cheese, softened

• 16 oz jumbo lump crab meat, drained well

• 1 tsp hot pepper sauce (Tabasco or Tapatío)

• 1 tsp brown mustard

• ¼ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 1 tbsp minced green onion

• ½ tsp chili powder or paprika, for garnish (optional)

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Cucumbers

Wash the cucumbers thoroughly and remove the peel using a vegetable peeler.

Slice the cucumbers into approximately 2-inch-thick pieces.

Using a small melon baller or spoon, carefully scoop out most of the center of each cucumber slice.

Be sure to leave the sides and a thick portion of the bottom intact to create little cucumber cups that can hold the crab filling.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Crab Filling

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened light cream cheese and reduced-fat sour cream.

Mix with a fork until smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Add the Crab and Seasonings

Gently fold in the drained jumbo lump crab meat, hot pepper sauce, brown mustard, salt, black pepper, and minced green onion.

Stir just until combined, being careful not to break apart the crab meat too much.

Step 4: Fill the Cucumber Cups

Using a small spoon, generously fill each cucumber cup with the creamy crab mixture.

For an extra touch of flavor and presentation, lightly sprinkle the tops with paprika or chili powder.

Step 5: Chill and Serve

Place the stuffed cucumbers on a serving platter and refrigerate until ready to enjoy.

For the best texture and freshness, serve within 2 hours of assembling.

Keep refrigerated until serving.

🥗 Lean & Green Meal Information

Recipe Yield: 4 servings

Per Serving (Original Recipe Counts):

• 3 Greens

• 1 Healthy Fat

• 1 Condiment

• ½ Leanest

To complete your Lean & Green meal, pair one serving with the remaining Leanest protein and any additional Healthy Fat required by your specific meal plan.