Baked Cucumber

A little eclectic, I had thought of this for the longest time and finally decided to try it out. I hope you all like it. You can serve this with meats, or with a salad. Or as an appetizer. Enjoy!

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 1

Ingredients

• 1  English cucumber, Halved, Peeled & Seeded
• 4  large garlic cloves, Crushed & Minced
• 4  tablespoons fresh basil, Minced
• 1  small roma tomato, Minced
• 3  tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1  teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

Directions

1. Preheat Oven to 500°F
2. Mix Garlic, Roma Tomato, Basil, Olive Oil in Bowl. Enough Oil to Thoroughly Coat Everything.
3. Rub Halved Cucumber in Olive Oil. Place Filling in Cucumbers.
4. Place in Pan with High Walls (Loaf Pan), Lightly Oiled on Bottom to Prevent Sticking.
5. Bake in Oven for 25-30 Minutes (Uncovered) Or Until Cucumber Starts to Turn Brown on Edges.
6. Remove, Let Cool 3-5 Minutes. Enjoy!