1 seedless cucumber, peeled, seeded, and chopped fine (about 1 1/2 cups)
8 ounces soft mild goat cheese (about 1 cup), at room temperature
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly grated lemon zest
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Accompaniment: toasted French bread slices or crackers
Directions
In a food processor purée 1/2 cup cucumber with goat cheese, zest, and lemon juice until almost smooth. In a bowl stir together cucumber mixture, remaining cucumber, tarragon, 1 tablespoon onion, and pepper. Spread may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered. Let spread soften and stir it before serving. Sprinkle spread with remaining tablespoon onion.
