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Stuffed Cucumber Rolls

with Smoked Turkey
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Stuffed Cucumber Rolls

Stuffed Cucumber Rolls - Lovely, refined and easy to pull off

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Health Score:
98 / 100
Difficulty:
easy
Difficulty
Preparation:
15 min.
Preparation
ready in 20 min.
Ready in
Calories:
88
calories
Calories

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Nutritional values

This recipe has almost no fat, but plenty of protein! The cucumber skin also contains vitamins A, B1 and C, and the minerals potassium, calcium, and iron. 

These rolls look decorative and taste great! They are perfect for a buffet or as an appetizer in a light menu.

1 serving contains
(Percentage of daily recommendation)
Calorie88 cal.(4 %)
Protein16 g(16 %)
Fat1 g(1 %)
Carbohydrates3 g(2 %)
Sugar added0 g(0 %)
Roughage2 g(7 %)
Vitamin A0.2 mg(25 %)
Vitamin D0 μg(0 %)
Vitamin E1.7 mg(14 %)
Vitamin B₁0.1 mg(10 %)
Vitamin B₂0.1 mg(9 %)
Niacin10.2 mg(85 %)
Vitamin B₆0.6 mg(43 %)
Folate29 μg(10 %)
Pantothenic acid0.7 mg(12 %)
Biotin7.6 μg(17 %)
Vitamin B₁₂0.3 μg(10 %)
Vitamin C24 mg(25 %)
Potassium410 mg(10 %)
Calcium40 mg(4 %)
Magnesium25 mg(8 %)
Iron1.6 mg(11 %)
Iodine5 μg(3 %)
Zinc1.4 mg(18 %)
Saturated fatty acids0.3 g
Uric acid88 mg
Cholesterol37 mg
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Ingredients

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1
Ingredients
1 Cucumber
salt
2 sprigs Basil
1 oz pickled red Bell pepper (drained)
2 slices Smoked turkey breast (about 1 ounce)
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Preparation

Kitchen utensils

1 Cutting board, 1 Small knife, 1 Peeler, 1 Bowl, 1 Tablespoon, 1 Paper towel

Preparation steps

1.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 1

Rinse cucumber, wipe dry with paper towels and peel.

2.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 2

With a peeler, shave cucumber lengthwise into 12-14 very thin slices.

3.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 3

Spread cucumber slices on work surface in a single layer and sprinkle with a little salt.

4.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 4

Rinse basil, shake dry and pluck leaves. Reserve some leaves for garnish and cut the rest into very thin strips.

5.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 5

Cut peppers lengthwise into thin strips. Cut the turkey breast into long, thin strips. Mix both in a bowl with the basil strips.

6.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 6

Pat the cucumber slices dry with paper towels.

7.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 7

For each roll, arrange 3-4 slices of cucumber lengthwise next to each other, slightly overlapping.

8.
Stuffed Cucumber Rolls preparation step 8

Spread the pepper-turkey mixture over cucumbers, dividing evenly, then roll up cucumber into tight cylinders. Garnish with the remaining basil leaves and serve.